William James Recruitment
Commercial Property Solicitor (5+ PQE) | Manchester | Leading International Law Firm
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An outstanding opportunity for a Commercial Property Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join a leading international law firm's established Commercial Property team in Manchester.
This role is ideal for an ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor seeking exposure to a broad range of high-quality real estate matters, acting for investors, landlords, tenants and corporate occupiers across a variety of sectors. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied caseload covering acquisitions, disposals, asset management and landlord & tenant work.
The firm combines the quality of work and resources associated with a global platform with a culture centred around collaboration, flexibility and long-term career development. Lawyers are given genuine responsibility, direct client contact and the support needed to progress their careers.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm where quality of work is matched by investment in people, wellbeing and professional development.
The Role:
- Advising on a broad range of commercial property matters including acquisitions, disposals and portfolio management work
- Acting for landlords, tenants, investors, occupiers and corporate clients across a variety of sectors
- Drafting and negotiating leases, licences to assign, licences for alterations and associated landlord & tenant documentation
- Supporting clients with asset management, estate management and day-to-day property transactions
- Managing your own caseload whilst working closely with experienced partners on larger and more complex matters
- Building and maintaining long-term client relationships through commercially focused advice
- Working within a collaborative and supportive team with clear opportunities for progression
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The Candidate:
- Commercial Property Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE
- Strong experience across acquisitions, disposals and landlord & tenant matters
- Comfortable managing a broad commercial property caseload with increasing autonomy
- Strong technical drafting and negotiation skills
- Commercially aware with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
- Excellent client relationship and communication skills
- A team-oriented lawyer seeking genuine long-term career progression
The Culture, Benefits and How to Apply:
- Hybrid working with flexibility built into the working week
- Competitive salary and bonus potential
- Private Medical Insurance available from day one
- Life assurance cover and income protection benefits
- Industry-leading parental leave policies
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support services
- Annual health screening and healthcare initiatives
- Comprehensive learning and development programmes
- Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and community engagement
- Clear progression pathways within a growing team
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Property Solicitor looking to join a highly regarded team offering quality work, excellent client exposure and genuine long-term career progression.
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
Contact:
Samuel Doughty
- Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
- Mobile: 07961 696703
- Email: sam.doughty@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, advising on key and strategic appointments.
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