Commercial Property 3-4PQE - London

Job description

An established and expanding central London law firm is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor (3-4 years PQE or equivalent) to join its dynamic and friendly team. This is a newly created position, reflecting growth in demand and client instructions. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services across a broad range of commercial property matters.

The Opportunity

You'll join a collaborative and proactive team, handling a varied caseload and enjoying plenty of client contact and responsibility. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a key role in a fast-paced, supportive environment with genuine long-term career prospects.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll take ownership of a wide range of commercial property matters, including:

• Handling landlord and tenant matters
• Advising on freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
• Managing site acquisitions, conditional sales, and development agreements
• Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial property documents, including:
• Options and overage agreements
• Wayleave and promotion agreements
• Section 106 agreements
• Airspace leases and infrastructure-related documents
• Supporting the team on complex transactions while developing client relationships
• Assisting in business development initiatives and contributing to the growth of the practice

What We're Looking For

• A qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 3-4 years' PQE (or equivalent)
• Recent and relevant experience in commercial property law
• Confident managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• A proactive, commercially aware approach and a genuine interest in helping to build the practice
• An existing following or network is a plus but not essential

Why Join?

• Competitive market salary
• Hybrid working available after successful completion of probation (3 months)
• Modern, well-located London offices with a positive and professional team culture
• High-quality client base and complex work across commercial property and development
• Friendly, ambitious team offering real scope for progression
• Regular social events and a supportive environment that values work/life balance

Interested in learning more? For a confidential chat, contact Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott on 07584 104790.

Desired Skills and Experience

Commercial Property, Commercial Real Estate, Landlord and tenant matters, freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals, site acquisitions, conditional sales, and development agreements, Options and overage agreements, Wayleave and promotion agreements, Section 106 agreements, Airspace leases and infrastructure-related documents

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

24-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English