Associate / Partner – Commercial Property – Cirencester

Overview

As a Commercial Property solicitor at Associate or Partner level, you will manage and grow a mixed caseload of acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development work while guiding junior colleagues. You will build strong client relationships, drive cross-referrals and contribute to business development within a growing regional law firm. The role blends hands-on legal work with leadership responsibilities to expand the commercial property offering. This is a hybrid Cirencester opportunity with a focus on high-quality work and balanced professional development.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working options
• 25 days annual leave plus holiday buy/sell
• Contributions toward gym membership
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Supportive, inclusive, high performing team culture

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a varied commercial property caseload from start to finish
• Draft and negotiate contracts and related documentation
• Provide clear, practical advice to clients
• Build relationships with clients, agents, lenders and stakeholders
• Identify cross-referral opportunities and contribute to business development
• Mentor junior colleagues and support team success
• Stay updated on legal developments and ensure compliance with best practice

Key requirements

• Significant experience running a commercial property caseload
• Operates at Partner level or ready to step into Partner level
• Strong technical expertise and excellent organisational skills
• Ambition, drive and commitment to high-quality work
• Aligns with values such as trust, teamwork, boldness, and excellence
• Strong business development skills and confidence in building relationships
• Tech savvy with strong IT and case management skills

• Strong communication and relationship-building
• Leadership and mentoring
• Proactive business development
• Solution-focused problem solving
• Strong IT and case management skills
• Technical expertise in commercial property transactions

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