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The opportunity

This is a role for an experienced solicitor who enjoys combining technical property expertise with practical commercial advice. You will manage a varied caseload with a high degree of autonomy, while working closely with colleagues and contributing to the development of the Commercial Property team. Although we currently envisage this as a consultancy position, we would consider an employed role for a candidate who can demonstrate an established client following.

What you will do

• Manage commercial property transactions from instruction to completion, including acquisitions, disposals and refinancing of commercial premises.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial leases, licences to assign, licences to alter and deeds of variation for landlords and tenants.
• Acting for landlords, tenants and operators across the licensed and leisure sector, including pubs, cars and hospitality venues, advising on acquisitions, disposals, leases, assignments, renewals and related landlord and tenant matters.
• Advise on landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, rent reviews, dilapidations and service charge disputes.
• Handle due diligence and title investigation, searches, enquiries, Land Registry applications and SDLT returns.
• Advise on property development matters, including option agreements, conditional contracts, overage provisions and related construction documentation, as well as secured lending transactions.
• Work directly with clients, agents, surveyors, lenders, borrowers and other advisers to move matters forward efficiently and keep clients well informed.
• Support paralegals and colleagues where appropriate by reviewing work, sharing knowledge and providing constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the growth of the practice through strong client relationships, networking, marketing activity and identifying opportunities to introduce clients to other specialists within the firm.
• Maintain accurate files and meet the firm's regulatory, compliance and risk management requirements, including SRA and anti-money laundering obligations.

What you can expect

• A varied workload and direct contact with business clients.
• The autonomy to manage your matters, supported by an experienced and approachable team.
• The opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape a growing commercial property practice.
• A culture in which thoughtful feedback, shared learning and professional growth are part of everyday work.
• A flexible remote working model grounded in trust, personal responsibility and our commitment to wellbeing.

What we are looking for

• A solicitor qualified in England and Wales with at least five years' post-qualification experience gained in a strong commercial property or real estate practice.
• Broad experience of commercial property work and the ability to manage a caseload independently with appropriate support when needed.
• Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law, real estate finance, Land Registry practice, SDLT and general commercial property principles.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, sound judgement and close attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness and an ability to turn legal analysis into practical advice that helps clients make decisions.
• A client-focused approach, with the communication and interpersonal skills needed to build confidence and lasting relationships.
• A collaborative manner and a willingness to support colleagues, share expertise and give constructive feedback.
• A genuine interest in networking, business development and helping to grow the practice over time.
• Strong organisation and time management skills, together with confidence using Microsoft 365 and case management systems in a remote working environment.
• High ethical standards and a clear understanding of professional, regulatory and risk management responsibilities.

How to apply

If this sounds like the right next step for you, please send your CV and a covering letter to Caroline O'Callaghan at caroline.ocallaghan@artington.com.

Artington Legal is committed to equality and diversity in our workplace and throughout our recruitment process. We welcome candidates who will add different experience and perspectives to our team.