Commercial Property Lawyer – Marlborough – 3+ Years PQE

Overview

In this role you will handle a diverse suite of commercial property matters within a proactive, client‑focused firm. You’ll work as part of a respected Commercial Property team in Marlborough, supporting high‑quality service and firm growth. You’ll tackle property sales, leases, and due diligence, shaping outcomes for lenders, borrowers, and corporate transactions. This is an opportunity to deepen property expertise while contributing to business development and department reputation.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Supportive working environment
• Focus on professional development and training
• Opportunities for progression
• Employee benefits and social events

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of commercial property matters including sales and acquisitions
• Oversee landlord and tenant work, leases, agreements for lease, and related documents
• Handle freehold/leasehold transactions and property finance matters for lenders or borrowers
• Conduct property due diligence and support contracts amendments in corporate transactions
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and provide high levels of service
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and efficiency
• Support the department’s profile through networking and marketing activities

Key requirements

• Approximately 3+ years’ PQE in commercial property
• Strong drafting, reviewing and negotiation skills
• Experience with commercial leases, licences, rent deposit deeds and side letters
• Strong understanding of Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, title issues, planning and environmental considerations
• Experience with SDLT, VAT and property due diligence processes
• Familiarity with case management systems and Land Registry requirements
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage client expectations
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently with strong organisational skills
• Proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach
• Experience contributing to business development and client growth

• strong communication
• client relationship management
• proactive mindset
• lease drafting and negotiation
• leases, licences, rent deposit deeds and side letters
• Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

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