Associate - Commercial Property (2-5 PQE)

Commercial Property Associate - Real Estate Team
Location: Reading
Salary: Competitive / Dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid Working Available

About the Firm
We are working with a highly regarded national law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in commercial property work. With offices across the UK, the firm provides market-leading advice to a diverse client base including investors, developers, banks, occupiers, local authorities, and charities. The firm is known for its high-quality work, supportive culture, and emphasis on work-life balance, offering solicitors the chance to develop a strong long-term career.

The Role
The firm is looking to hire a Commercial Property Solicitor to join their Reading-based Real Estate team. Candidates with broad-ranging property experience are welcome, and the role provides exposure to a mix of public and private sector work. Responsibilities may include:

• Acting on retail leases and agreements.

• Supporting mixed-use site development matters.

• Undertaking due diligence and client support alongside senior fee earners.

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, leases, licences, transfers, and deeds.

• Liaising with clients, lawyers on the other side of transactions, insurance brokers, and underwriters.

• Undertaking legal research and attending client or multi-party meetings.

• Supporting business development initiatives.

This is a fast-paced and dynamic environment where you will be working on high-value deals and have the opportunity to manage matters autonomously while collaborating with the wider team.

Why This Role is Attractive

• Work with a nationally recognised real estate team, while being based exclusively in Reading.

• Opportunity to develop close client relationships that endure throughout your career.

• Balance of challenging, high-quality work and a supportive approach to work-life balance.

• Exposure to both public and private sector clients, enhancing commercial awareness and technical ability.

• Supportive environment to develop both technical skills and business development experience.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in commercial property law, ideally from a leading national or regional firm.

• Exposure to retail leases, agreements, and development matters; property finance experience desirable.

• Strong technical competence and commercial awareness.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex matters clearly.

• Confident, personable, and a team player with resilience and adaptability.

• Motivation to contribute to practice development and sector expertise.

How to Apply
If you are an ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor looking to join a national firm with an outstanding reputation, please get in touch with your CV. This role offers a fantastic platform for career development and exposure to a variety of complex property matters.

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