Commercial Real Estate Solicitor / FCILEX – Taunton – 2+ PQE

Overview

In this role you will handle a diverse commercial real estate caseload within a regional law firm in Taunton. You will work closely with experienced advisors while delivering high-quality client service across multiple sectors. The position offers progression in a supportive, forward-thinking environment with hybrid working. You will help grow the practice through business development and networking, contributing to a collaborative team culture with a strong emphasis on client outcomes. This opportunity combines technical CRE work with meaningful impact and career development.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Group life assurance
• Extensive wellbeing support

Responsibilities

• Manage landlord and tenant matters including leases, licences to assign, surrenders and assignments
• Handle sales and purchases of owner-occupied property
• Oversee secured lending and finance transactions, including sale and leaseback
• Manage sales and purchases of investment property
• Support business development and attend networking events
• Deliver high-quality client service across leisure, tourism, retail, food and drink, healthcare and professional services sectors

Key requirements

• Minimum 2 years PQE in commercial real estate or closely related area
• Strong technical knowledge in commercial property
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Commercial awareness and proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a team

• collaborative
• client-facing
• proactive problem-solving
• landlord and tenant
• property transactions (sales/purchases)
• secured lending and finance

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