Commercial Property Solicitor – Essex

Overview

In this role you will handle a diverse commercial property caseload for a leading East of England firm, servicing businesses, investors and developers. You will work within the commercial property team to deliver high‑quality advice and support client relationships, while contributing to business development. The position emphasizes landlord and tenant transactions, acquisitions, disposals and financing matters in a fast‑paced environment. You’ll collaborate across colleagues to drive successful outcomes and growth, including expanding the firm’s client base. This is an opportunity to shape commercial property matters at scale in Essex and the Northern Home Counties.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of commercial property matters (acquisitions, disposals, leases, financing).
• Provide high-quality legal advice to businesses, investors and developers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support the commercial property team’s success.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Review and draft commercial leases, contracts and agreements.
• Conduct due diligence and title investigations.
• Attend client meetings and provide professional advice and strategy recommendations.
• Network and engage in business development to expand the client base.
• Collaborate to ensure smooth progression of matters.

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 7 years PQE in commercial property law.
• Experience in a reputable private practice.
• Strong knowledge of commercial property transactions including landlord and tenant matters.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork.

• clear communication
• negotiation
• collaboration
• commercial property transactions
• lease drafting and negotiation
• due diligence

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