Commercial Property Solicitor – Development (5+ years PQE)
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Job Location:
Manchester - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Commercial Property Solicitor Development
Location: Manchester City Centre (hybrid working)
Salary: 70000 to 90000 (depending on experience)
Experience: 5 years PQE (Commercial Property Development)
This is a brilliant opportunity for a Commercial Property Solicitor (5 PQE) to join a rapidly growing Commercial Property department sitting within the Development team.
You will work on complex high-value development matters collaborating closely with colleagues across the wider real estate function and the firms corporate and dispute resolution teams as needed. The team is known for being experienced agile and commercially minded with a strong focus on delivering clear practical advice.
What Youll Be Doing
- Advising on commercial and residential development matters including drafting and negotiating development documentation
- Supporting on acquisitions and disposals connected to development projects (including investment and owner-occupation where relevant)
- Advising on landlord and tenant matters and supporting estate and asset management work as required by live projects
- Working alongside colleagues on planning and infrastructure aspects of development transactions (where relevant)
- Supporting finance-related property matters including distressed market and restructuring-led work where they intersect with development projects
- Working closely with colleagues across construction tax and property litigation teams to provide joined-up advice
- Managing matters efficiently keeping stakeholders updated and maintaining high standards of file management
- Building strong internal relationships and contributing to client relationship development
What Were Looking For
Essential
- Qualified Solicitor with 5 years PQE in commercial property with strong exposure to development work
- Experience handling complex transactions with multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Commercial mindset strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem-solving
Desirable
- Experience supporting high-value multi-site or phased development projects
- Exposure to construction-linked property work funding structures or restructuring-related matters
- Interest in building longer-term client relationships and supporting business development
Whats On Offer
- Hybrid working policy with flexible arrangements
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Option to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave (salary sacrifice)
- Employer pension contribution of 4%
- Death in service cover (3x annual salary)
- Birthday holiday (paid day off taken within two weeks of your birthday)
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for you and household dependents aged 16)
- Employee healthcare cash plan (salary sacrifice option)
- Cycle2Work scheme
- In-depth induction plan and structured training workshops
About Our Client
Our client is a leading commercial law firm based in Manchester city centre advising businesses and individuals across the North West and nationally. The firm is known for being commercial connected and collaborative with a strong focus on clear communication and long-term client relationships.
Location & Working Arrangements
- Manchester City Centre
- Full-time permanent role
- Hybrid working supported
Next Steps
Apply online or send your CV to or call 0 for more information.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Algebra
- Legal Counsel
- Mediation Experience
- Tribal Law
- Legal Research
- Telemarketing
- Training & Development
- Geometry
- Child Protective Services
- negotiation
