An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Commercial Property Solicitor to join a reputable legal practice in Lewes. They are a full–service law firm that are seeking a Solicitor with a good understanding of the market to join their expanding commercial property team.

The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of Commercial Property matters, including:

• Sale and purchase of freehold and leasehold commercial properties.
• Handling landlord and tenant issues.
• Overseeing property acquisitions, sales for development, land promotion, options, and conditional contracts.
• Representing lenders and pension schemes in various transactions.

Duties will include:

• Working alongside the Head of Department dealing with all Commercial Property matters and help support the wider team.
• Managing an existing and mixed caseload.
• Attending to clients of the firm which could include a wide range of buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, developers and funders.
• Drafting various legal documentation.
• Dealing with complex property matters.
• Active involvement in business development.

The successful candidate will be:

• A qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 4 years of PQE +.
• Be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Experienced in running and building your own Commercial Property caseload.
• An interest in agricultural commercial work would be beneficial but not essential.

What they offer:

• Salary depending on experience GBP55K – GBP70K.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working.
• Private healthcare.
• Company pension.
• Volunteering day off.