Senior Associate – Commercial Property
Job Summary
Job Description
Senior Associate Commercial Property
Salary: Bonus
Location: Harrow area Clear route to Head of Department
If youre a Commercial Property solicitor whos ready to step up this is a rare chance to join our client in a genuinely senior position with a defined pathway into a Head of Department role. Youll inherit quality work have real influence over how the department develops and be trusted to lead from the front not just support from the sidelines.
The Opportunity
This role suits someone who enjoys running matters end-to-end building strong client relationships and wants a seat at the table when it comes to shaping a teams future. Our client is looking for a Senior Associate who can combine technical strength with leadership potential and commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
Youll be responsible for:
- Managing a varied Commercial Property caseload from instruction through to completion
- Advising clients clearly and commercially with a focus on long-term relationships
- Supporting and mentoring junior fee earners (and stepping into wider leadership as you grow)
- Contributing to business development and department growth including networking and referrals
- Helping drive standards processes and consistency across the team
What Our Client Is Looking For
To be considered youll ideally have:
- 5 years PQEinCommercial Propertywithin aUK law firm
- Strong experience handling a range of Commercial Property matters such as:
- Commercial leases (landlord and tenant)
- Acquisitions and disposals
- Refinancing and secured lending support
- Development matters(desirable)
- Proven ability to manage files independentlywith minimal supervision
- Excellent client careand a confident professional communication style
- Leadership potential: mentoring supervising or an interest in stepping into management
Salary Location & Working Arrangement
- Salary:(dependent on PQE and experience) bonus potential
- Location:Harrow area (details shared at shortlist stage)
- Working arrangement:Hybrid working available (typically office-led with flexibility depending on team needs and seniority)
Benefits
Alongside hybrid working you can expect a strong overall package typically including:
- Bonus / performance-related incentives
- Generous annual leaveplus bank holidays
- Ongoing training and leadership developmentto support progression
- Clear progression plantowardHead of Departmentfor the right person
Career Progression
This is not a title-only Senior Associate role. Our client is hiring with succession in mind and the successful candidate will have a clear opportunity to progress into Head of Department as the team grows.
Apply / Enquire
If this sounds like the right next step please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
If youd prefer you can share your CV or simply send a short summary of your current role and what youre looking for next.
Confidentiality: All applications and enquiries will be handled in strict confidence.
Required Experience:
Senior IC