Junior Commercial Property Fee Earner
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Job Location:
Hornchurch - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Junior Commercial Property Fee Earner (1 PQE)
Location: Hornchurch area
Salary: DOE
High-quality local commercial work with real progression
If youre a junior Commercial Property fee earner who enjoys running matters end-to-end and wants to build depth in landlord and tenant work (without feeling like a small cog) this is a brilliant opportunity with our client in the Hornchurch area. Youll join a supportive team get exposure to a steady pipeline of quality instructions and have clear scope to progress as your experience grows.
The Opportunity
Our client is looking to hire a Junior Commercial Property Fee Earner (1 PQE) to support continued growth. The focus is on a broad range of commercial property matters with a strong emphasis on shop leases and related landlord and tenant work.
Key Responsibilities
Youll manage a varied caseload including:
- Commercial leases(includingshop leases new leases and renewals)
- Sales and purchasesof commercial property
- Lease extensionsand related advisory work
- Rent reviews
- Independent Legal Advice (ILA)where required
- Liaising directly with clients agents and other third parties to progress matters efficiently
What Were Looking For
To be a strong fit youll ideally have:
- 1 years PQE(or equivalent experience) inCommercial Property
- UK-qualified SolicitororLegal Executive (CILEx) or demonstrably equivalent UK fee-earning experience
- UK law firm experiencehandling commercial property matters (essential)
- Confidence managing files with appropriate supervision and knowing when to escalate
- Strong drafting skills and attention to detail across leases and supporting documentation
- A client-focused approach with clear professional communication
Technical strengths that will help you stand out:
- Experience withlandlord and tenantmatters (particularlyretail/shop leases)
- Familiarity with lease documentation title review and transaction management from instruction to completion
- Comfortable working to deadlines and managing multiple live matters
Salary Location & Working Arrangements
- Salary: (dependent on experience)
- Location:Hornchurch area
- Working arrangement:Hybrid working may be available depending on experience and team needs (to be confirmed)
Benefits
Benefits will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates but you can expect a package that typically includes:
- Bonus potential(role and firm dependent)
- 25 days annual leave bank holidays(common market standard)
- Pension contribution
- Supportive supervision and trainingto strengthen technical capability
- Clear progression pathwayas the department continues to grow
- A stable pipeline of work and the chance to develop long-term client relationships
Career Progression
This role is well-suited to someone who wants to develop into a more senior fee earner position over time. Youll have the chance to broaden your technical exposure increase responsibility and progress as your confidence and capability grows.
Apply / Enquire (Confidential)
To apply or have a confidential chat contact:
If youd like send your CV and a brief note on your current PQE/experience and the type of commercial property work you most enjoy.
All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
