Commercial Property Solicitor

Commercial Property Solicitor (5+ PQE) - Manchester - Leading International Law Firm

An outstanding opportunity for a Commercial Property Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join a leading international law firm's established Commercial Property team in Manchester.

This role is ideal for an ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor seeking exposure to a broad range of high-quality real estate matters, acting for investors, landlords, tenants and corporate occupiers across a variety of sectors. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied caseload covering acquisitions, disposals, asset management and landlord & tenant work.

The firm combines the quality of work and resources associated with a global platform with a culture centred around collaboration, flexibility and long-term career development. Lawyers are given genuine responsibility, direct client contact and the support needed to progress their careers.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm where quality of work is matched by investment in people, wellbeing and professional development.

The Role:

• Advising on a broad range of commercial property matters including acquisitions, disposals and portfolio management work
• Acting for landlords, tenants, investors, occupiers and corporate clients across a variety of sectors
• Drafting and negotiating leases, licences to assign, licences for alterations and associated landlord & tenant documentation
• Supporting clients with asset management, estate management and day-to-day property transactions
• Managing your own caseload whilst working closely with experienced partners on larger and more complex matters
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships through commercially focused advice
• Working within a collaborative and supportive team with clear opportunities for progression

The Candidate:

• Commercial Property Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE
• Strong experience across acquisitions, disposals and landlord & tenant matters
• Comfortable managing a broad commercial property caseload with increasing autonomy
• Strong technical drafting and negotiation skills
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• A team-oriented lawyer seeking genuine long-term career progression

The Culture, Benefits and How to Apply:

• Hybrid working with flexibility built into the working week
• Competitive salary and bonus potential
• Private Medical Insurance available from day one
• Life assurance cover and income protection benefits
• Industry-leading parental leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support services
• Annual health screening and healthcare initiatives
• Comprehensive learning and development programmes
• Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and community engagement
• Clear progression pathways within a growing team

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Property Solicitor looking to join a highly regarded team offering quality work, excellent client exposure and genuine long-term career progression.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.

Contact Samuel Doughty Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07961 696703

Email: sam.doughty@williamjamesrecruitment.com

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, advising on key and strategic appointments.