Gleeson Recruitment Group
Senior Associate / Managing Associate - Commercial Property
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Senior Associate / Managing Associate - Commercial Property
Derby or Nottingham | £65,000 - £85,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior or Managing Associate to join a highly regarded and well-established regional law firm with a strong footprint across the Midlands property market.
This is a key strategic hire within a busy and growing Commercial Property team, offering the chance to take on a senior-level role with real influence, high-quality work, and a clear platform for progression within a supportive and ambitious regional practice.
The team acts for an impressive range of clients including developers, investors, lenders, landowners, and commercial occupiers, with a consistently strong pipeline of work.
The Opportunity
You will take a lead role across a broad and varied commercial property caseload, including:
- Commercial and agricultural property transactions
- Landlord & tenant matters
- Development projects
- Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
- Refinance and secured lending work
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This is a senior position offering a high level of autonomy, direct client responsibility, and the opportunity to play an active role in shaping client relationships and supporting the wider growth of the team.
About You
We are keen to speak with experienced Commercial Property Solicitors operating at Senior Associate level or above who are looking for a step up in responsibility and profile within a strong regional platform.
You will ideally:
- Bring solid experience across the full spectrum of commercial property work
- Be confident running matters independently and managing client relationships
- Have a strong commercial mindset and pragmatic approach
- Be motivated by progression and leadership responsibility
- Enjoy contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking team
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Why This Role?
- Senior-level position with real influence and autonomy
- High-quality, consistent pipeline of varied property work
- Strong regional reputation and established client base
- Genuine scope to progress within the structure
- Supportive, stable, and ambitious team culture
- Competitive salary and benefits package
This is a standout opportunity for a senior property lawyer seeking both quality work and a genuine platform to step up within a respected regional firm.
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