Commercial Property Partner

Overview

You will lead the growth of the Commercial Property offering in Shrewsbury within a Top 50 UK law firm. You’ll work with a national Real Estate team, shaping a local practice and managing a steady flow of quality work. Autonomy, strategic development, and cross-office collaboration will enable you to build a standout regional practice. This role appeals to ambitious lawyers seeking greater leadership, client development, and a visible impact on the firm’s expansion. You will play a key part in scaling the Shrewsbury office and its real estate platform.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive remuneration package
• flexible working arrangements
• support and resources of a Top 50 UK law firm
• high-quality work and established client relationships
• collaborative culture with cross-office working
• clear and transparent career progression

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of commercial property matters for developers, investors, landowners, corporate occupiers and owner-managed businesses
• Develop and grow the Shrewsbury office’s Commercial Property practice with autonomy
• Leverage cross-referrals and collaborate with the national Real Estate team
• Manage acquisitions and disposals, landlord and tenant, development, and real estate finance workflows
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and generate new business
• Contribute to strategic growth and the direction of the regional office
• Engage in business development as part of a team-driven culture

Key requirements

• Experienced Commercial Property Lawyer at Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner level
• Strong technical background and commercial awareness
• Ambition to grow a regional office and assume a visible leadership role
• Established network within Shropshire or the wider Borders region
• Ability to develop client relationships and generate new business

• collaboration
• client relationship development
• business development
• acquisitions and disposals
• landlord and tenant
• development

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