Property Solicitor – Commercial & Residential – 5 PQE – Poole

Overview

In this role you will join a well-established Poole practice as a Property Solicitor with 5+ PQE, handling a varied mix of commercial and residential matters. You will work within a supportive, client-focused environment and contribute to the office’s growth by delivering high-quality, pragmatic advice. Expect to manage a broad caseload, from due diligence to post-completion matters, while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong client relationships. This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex transactions and help shape the Poole office’s reputation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload of commercial and residential property transactions
• Handle freehold/leasehold sales and purchases
• Advise on commercial leases, renewals, and landlord-tenant matters
• Oversee refinances, transfers of equity, and portfolio transactions
• Conduct due diligence and title investigation; report on title
• Draft and negotiate contracts, leases, transfers, and ancillary documents
• Manage files from instruction to post-completion
• Liaise with clients, agents, lenders, brokers, and local authorities
• Provide clear, pragmatic, and commercially focused advice
• Support business development and maintain client relationships
• Ensure AML, SRA, and regulatory compliance
• Contribute to the growth of the Poole office and firm’s client-centered service

Key requirements

• 5+ years’ PQE in commercial and residential property
• Strong technical knowledge of conveyancing, landlord & tenant, and property finance
• Proven ability to manage a mixed caseload independently
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and methodical file management
• Commercial awareness and practical, solutions-focused advice
• Confidence in building and maintaining client relationships
• Solid understanding of regulatory and risk management obligations
• Proficiency with case management systems and Microsoft Office

• Client-focused with strong communication
• Attention to detail
• Negotiation and drafting skills
• Conveyancing (commercial and residential)
• Landlord & tenant matters
• Property finance

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