In-house Property Solicitor

5 days ago


Darwen BB AE, United Kingdom Hakim Group Full time

What's in it for you?:

Joining the Hakim Group means becoming part of a close-knit family of independent Optical practices across the UK and Ireland.

A career where empowerment, innovation, and unwavering support create a truly fulfilling experience. A career that's not just fulfilling but a bit like joining a secret club of the happiest eye-care professionals. We are seeking an In-house Property Solicitor to support our ambitious growth journey.

You will also receive::

  • Your birthday off work
  • On-site parking
  • Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
  • Retail discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance

About the Role:

Join our dynamic Mergers & Acquisitions team as an In-House Property Solicitor, where you will work alongside seasoned legal professionals in the fastest-expanding optical business in the UK. Be part of our growth story and elevate your legal career in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.

This is a new role, in which you'll have the opportunity to shape our work processes and contribute to our ongoing growth.

This role is an office-based role at our HQ in Darwen. BB3 1AE

Key Roles & Responsibilities

  • Manage and advise on all aspects of the group's property transactions, such as:
  • Lease renewals
  • New Sites – new leases, purchases
  • Closure/relocation - lease assignments, surrenders, notices
  • Estate Management - rent reviews, alterations licences
  • Some freehold acquisition work;
  • Assist with Real Estate input into the Group's M&A activity
  • Support store rollout plans, refits, and lease rationalisation initiatives.
  • Draft, review and negotiate a variety of real estate documentation.
  • Provide legal support and risk-based guidance on property-related issues to Group practices and internal stakeholders. You will act as a key point of contact for property queries from the Estates and Facilities teams
  • Liaise with external counsel, surveyors, planning consultants, and other professionals as necessary

The Ideal Candidate

You are a qualified solicitor in England and Wales, either newly qualified or with up to two years of experience in commercial property law. Ideally, you have worked at a reputable law firm or within an in-house legal team, focusing on commercial real estate transactions. You possess strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, along with commercial awareness and a solutions-oriented approach. You enjoy a varied workload, working both autonomously and collaboratively with business stakeholders. A genuine interest in in-house practice and a solid understanding of property law principles, particularly regarding Landlord and Tenant matters, will be beneficial.

What's Next?:

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

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