Senior Solicitor – Commercial Property – Yeovil – 5+ Years’ PQE

Overview

In this role you will lead a varied commercial property caseload in Yeovil, focusing on acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development work for a diverse client base. You will advise clearly, build long-term client relationships, and contribute to a small, expanding team with opportunities for career growth. The role blends independent handling with collaboration within a supportive, forward-thinking firm culture. A key hook is the chance to shape property outcomes for agricultural businesses, landlords and developers in a growing regional practice.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and KPI linked bonus
• Clear career progression and professional development support
• Flexible working arrangements and additional leave policies
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunities to engage in community and pro bono work

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters
• Handle acquisitions and disposals of commercial property
• Work on leasehold, landlord and tenant matters
• Involvement in development projects and related documentation
• Provide pragmatic, clear advice throughout transactions
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Develop own client base through networking and business development
• Operate autonomously while contributing to the wider team

Key requirements

• 5+ years’ PQE in commercial property
• Experience or interest in agricultural property (advantageous)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently
• High attention to detail and proactive, organized approach
• Confidence in developing client relationships and supporting team growth
• Ambition and enthusiasm for working in a small, expanding team

• Strong communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Proactive and organized
• Commercial property transactions
• Leasehold and landlord-tenant work
• Development projects documentation

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