In – House Commercial Property Solicitor

Overview

In this role you support a large Birmingham-based private property company by handling commercial property transactions and landlord–tenant matters. You will work closely with senior management to manage acquisitions, leases, and disputes across a diverse asset portfolio. The role offers opportunity to influence asset management and enforce commercial debt remedies, contributing to a growing, in-house property team. You will apply strong drafting and negotiation skills to drive successful outcomes within a dynamic, multi-site environment.

Pay / Benefits

• evening appointments to fit around your working life

Responsibilities

• Advise on and manage freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
• Draft and negotiate commercial leases, licences, and related property documentation
• Support asset management, including lease renewals, variations, and agreements for lease
• Advise on rent reviews and manage dilapidations and related issues
• Handle forfeiture and relief from forfeiture matters
• Provide advice on a broad range of landlord and tenant issues
• Manage commercial debt matters and advise on enforcement options for breaches
• Resolve rights of way, boundary, and other property disputes; manage property-related contract disputes
• Handle a varied portfolio of litigation matters affecting the property portfolio

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Minimum of 5 years’ PQE
• Experience in Commercial Property and/or Property Litigation
• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant law

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Practical, business-focused approach
• Confidence working directly with senior management
• Commercial property transactions
• Lease drafting and negotiation
• Landlord and tenant law

…