Howells Solicitors
Senior Associate Solicitor / Senior Licensed Conveyancer, Commercial Property
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Job Description
At Howells, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, award-winning legal services with a modern, client-focused approach and a strong local presence. As our Commercial Property team continues to grow, we are seeking an ambitious and motivated Solicitor with 2–5+ years’ PQE who is ready to take the next step in their career. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse client base on a broad range of commercial property matters, while playing a key role in delivering exceptional client service and supporting the continued growth of the team.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Managing a varied caseload of commercial lease and Landlord & Tenant matters, including grants, assignments, licences, rent deposits, and surrenders.
- Advising clients on estate management issues and ongoing property matters.
- Handling acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold commercial properties, both with and without occupational tenancies.
- Assisting with commercial and residential development projects, including site acquisitions, options, conditional contracts, promotion agreements, planning matters, and plot sales.
- Advising on complex transactions including secured lending, real estate finance, agricultural land transactions, and renewable energy projects.
- Providing property due diligence support to the Corporate team.
- Managing more technical matters such as lease extensions, enfranchisement, title issues, portfolio transactions, and compulsory purchase matters.
- Progressing files efficiently to ensure strong financial and billing performance.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development and networking initiatives.
- Supervising and supporting Legal Assistants and junior team members where appropriate.
- Maintaining accurate records using the firm’s Case Management System and ensuring compliance with regulatory and best practice requirements.
- Undertaking any additional duties as reasonably required by your Line Manager or Director.
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What We’re Looking For
- Qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer, Chartered Legal Executive or Solicitor in England & Wales.
- 2–5+ years’ PQE with solid experience in Commercial Property law.
- The confidence and ability to manage their own caseload independently.
- Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of commercial property matters.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a strong client-focused mindset.
- The ability to build effective relationships internally and externally and contribute to the continued growth of the department.
- Experience of, or an interest in, supervising and mentoring junior team members.
- A collaborative and positive team-oriented approach.
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What You’ll Receive
- Competitive Salary
- Annual Leave: Enjoy a minimum of 23 days each holiday year, plus bank holidays and extra time off to unwind, including an additional personal day, a day off for your birthday, and a discretionary paid day during the Christmas break.
- Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Option to buy up to 3 extra days of leave annually to support your work-life balance.
- Gym Discounts: Access discounted memberships to help you stay active and healthy.
- Growth & Development: We’re invested in your career with opportunities for learning and advancement.
- Milestone Recognition: Celebrate your dedication with recognition and awards for key milestones.
- Events: Take part in various networking, corporate, and charity events throughout the year.
- Refer a Friend Scheme: Get rewarded for referring talented friends and connections to join the team.
If you have any questions about this opportunity, please email recruitment@howellslegal.com
Successful candidates will be subject to a basic or enhanced DBS disclosure dependent on the role. Permanent employment is conditional on having a satisfactory DBS check. You will therefore be asked to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process.
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