Commercial Property Solicitor

Commercial Property Solicitor

Location: Marlborough, Wiltshire
Salary: £50-70K plus excellent benefits package

Key Requirements

We are seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor with experience in agricultural and commercial property transactions, including sales, purchases, leases, and renewable energy schemes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong eye for detail and the ability to manage files and communications in a busy property team.

Essential requirements include:

• Assisting fee earners in property transactions involving agricultural and commercial assets, including renewables
• Drafting and reviewing key legal documentation: contracts, transfers, lease agreements
• Preparing and submitting Land Registry applications and handling post-completion formalities
• Carrying out a range of property searches and providing accurate analysis to support client and internal decision-making
• Managing client correspondence, ensuring professional and timely communication
• Organising and maintaining client files in line with regulatory and firm compliance standards
• Providing administrative support across the property team when required

Preferred qualifications and skills:

• A Law Degree
• Experience within a property law environment, ideally commercial or agricultural
• Proficient with case management software and MS Office
• Excellent organisational, written, and verbal communication skills
• A proactive and client-focused approach
• Land Registry knowledge and understanding of post-completion tasks

Role & Responsibilities

As a Property Solicitor, you will be an integral member of our property department, supporting senior fee earners while developing your own caseload. You will be involved in a broad range of matters and be expected to demonstrate initiative, commercial awareness, and an ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and progressing agricultural and commercial property transactions
• Preparing and filing legal documentation and property forms
• Undertaking property searches and interpreting results for colleagues and clients
• Handling client queries and providing regular updates to stakeholders
• Maintaining up-to-date and compliant file records
• Contributing to team and firm initiatives that improve service delivery

What We Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• A collaborative working environment with opportunities for progression
• Exposure to diverse, high-quality property work
• Ongoing training and development
• Flexible working arrangements (subject to role requirements)

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity at our firm. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

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