Are you a commercially-minded legal professional with expertise in commercial property law? Our client, a known firm across Chester and Liverpool is looking to welcome a Commercial Property Solicitor to their expanding Real Estate Team. This permanent role presents the perfect opportunity for advancement, offering access to a wide variety of high-profile commercial property matters in a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will benefit from a culture that invests in professional development and values client-focused service. Join a team committed to excellence, evolving with the latest changes in the law and providing innovative solutions to a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities in Commercial Property Law

• Take responsibility for a wide-ranging caseload of commercial property transactions, including landlord and tenant matters, site acquisitions and disposals, investment transactions, and property finance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial leases, agreements for lease, contracts for sale, licences, and a variety of real estate documentation in accordance with current UK legal standards.
• Deliver expert, pragmatic legal advice to developers, investors, landlords, tenants, business owners, and commercial occupiers at all stages of the transaction.
• Conduct detailed due diligence—investigating title, reviewing searches, reporting to clients and lenders, and resolving any legal or procedural issues that arise.
• Liaise proactively with clients, agents, lenders, solicitors, surveyors, and other third parties to progress and finalise property transactions efficiently.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory frameworks, including SRA, AML, and GDPR requirements, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on the case management system.
• Proactively identify and manage legal risks, providing practical and commercially sound solutions tailored to clients’ objectives.
• Contribute to the property team’s growth by sharing knowledge, mentoring junior team members, and taking part in ongoing training and development activities.

Essential Skills and Experience for Commercial Property Solicitors

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with proven experience handling a broad range of commercial property matters independently within private practice.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK commercial property law, including landlord and tenant law, transactional work, and site development.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities, ensuring the provision of commercially-driven legal guidance.
• Demonstrable organisational skills, able to manage a dynamic workload and meet multiple deadlines.
• Outstanding communication skills, delivering clear advice and building lasting relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• IT proficient, with experience in legal case management systems, document management, and Microsoft Office.

Benefits and Career Progression in Commercial Property Law

• Structured career development with regular access to high-level legal training, seminars, and mentoring.
• Exposure to complex, high-quality commercial property transactions, facilitating professional growth and long-term career prospects.
• Supportive team with access to mentorship and opportunities for knowledge sharing.