Commercial Property Solicitor
1 week ago
Job Title: Commercial Property Solicitor
Location: Leeds City Centre
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Experience: 7–8 Years PQE
Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Benefits
About the Firm
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking law firm with a strong presence in Leeds and across the wider Yorkshire region. Known for its pragmatic, client-focused approach, the firm has built an excellent reputation across the commercial property sector, advising a diverse portfolio of corporate clients, investors, and developers. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor (7–8 years PQE) to join the Leeds office and play a key role in the continued growth of a high-performing team.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will manage a broad and varied caseload of commercial real estate transactions, acting for a range of clients including investors, landlords, tenants, and developers. You'll handle complex matters independently, support junior team members, and contribute to business development initiatives within the department.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload of commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development work.
- Act for landlords, tenants, investors, and developers across multiple sectors.
- Draft, negotiate, and complete a range of real estate documentation including agreements for lease, overage agreements, and option agreements.
- Advise clients on property finance transactions and liaise with lenders, brokers, and external counsel.
- Supervise and mentor junior solicitors or paralegals within the team.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing commercially sound and pragmatic advice.
- Contribute to the firm's growth through networking, business development, and client engagement initiatives.
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 7–8 years PQE in commercial property law.
- Proven experience handling a wide range of real estate matters independently.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- A commercial mindset with the ability to provide practical legal solutions.
- Experience supervising junior team members is advantageous.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Supportive, collaborative culture with a focus on career progression.
- Opportunity to work with a respected client base and lead on high-value transactions.
We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and well-being in our organisation and beyond. If you need any assistance with your application, please feel free to reach out to a member of our team directly.
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