Solicitor / Legal Executive – Commercial Property – Exeter – 3+

Overview

In this role you will support a growing Real Estate team at a well-regarded law firm in Exeter. You will advise national and regional clients on a broad range of commercial property matters, balancing independent caseload management with collaboration in a high-performing practice. The position offers hybrid working and an initial in-office onboarding period to facilitate integration. You will contribute to business development and strengthen long-standing advisor relationships, helping shape the firm’s property practice and client service.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Strong investment in training and progression
• Supportive, collaborative environment
• High quality work culture
• Focus on wellbeing and long-term career development

Responsibilities

• Advise on sales and purchases of commercial property
• Handle commercial leases and development matters
• Act for lenders and borrowers in property transactions
• Maintain and develop relationships with surveyors, accountants, banks, and advisers
• Manage own caseload with autonomy
• Contribute to business development and growth of the team
• Attend Exeter office 2-3 days per week during onboarding and integration
• Support junior team members and supervise where appropriate

Key requirements

• 3+ years’ post-qualification experience in commercial property
• Strong technical skills across real estate matters
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration
• Excellent communication and client care abilities
• Proactive approach to business development
• Experience supervising or supporting junior members

• Client-focused
• Strong communication
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Commercial property
• Sales and purchases
• Leases

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