Commercial Property Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Longstanton, Dartford, Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Property Solicitor
Location: Dartford
Salary: 50,000
Job Reference: 36941

Our Client: A reputable and expanding law firm

Job Description:
Our Client is seeking a qualified and motivated Commercial Property Solicitor with a minimum of 1 year PQE to join their Dartford office. The successful applicant will manage a diverse caseload of non-contentious commercial property matters and be expected to deliver high-quality legal services in property-related transactions, including freehold acquisitions and disposals, commercial leasehold transactions, site acquisitions, and development. They will also handle secured lending, liaising closely with financial institutions, and have limited involvement in residential property matters. This role also includes handling business sales and purchases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage a full caseload of commercial property matters, including freehold and leasehold transactions, secured lending, and development projects.
2. Act for a range of clients and handle business sales and purchases.
3. Ensure compliance with relevant property law regulations while maintaining a high standard of client care.
4. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.
5. Contribute proactively to the growth and success of the property department.

Requirements:

1. A minimum of 1 year PQE as a qualified Solicitor, with a strong background in commercial property law.
2. IT literacy and excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
3. Ability to manage own caseload independently, meeting deadlines and targets.
4. Some experience within residential conveyancing is desirable.
5. A positive, proactive, and professional approach, with confidence, commercial awareness, and problem-solving skills.

Person Specification:

1. Calm and professional demeanor.
2. Demonstrates a commercially minded and solution-focused approach.

Benefits:

1. 25 days holiday plus an additional day for your birthday.
2. Pension scheme.
3. Employee assistance programme.
4. Optional healthcare cashback scheme.
5. Cycle to work scheme.
6. Regular social events.
7. Free eye tests and staff discounts on legal services.
8. Family and friends referral scheme.

Apply in the strictest confidence online.