Commercial Property Solicitor (3+ PQE) - Norwich

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Solicitor or Associate to join our growing Commercial Property Team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice to a broad client base.

Responsibilities

• Freehold and leasehold transactions
• Drafting and negotiating leases, licences and renewals
• Secured lending and property finance
• Options, overage and development matters
• Corporate support on business acquisitions and disposals
• General landlord and tenant issues

Requirements

We are ideally seeking candidates with 3–5 years’ PQE, although we are open to considering applications outside of this range. You should have:

• Solid experience in commercial property work
• A strong understanding of relevant legal principles
• The ability to manage a caseload, with guidance from partners and senior associates
• A proactive, client-focused approach
• Excellent drafting, communication and organisational skills

What You Can Expect

• Handle your own matters with support where needed
• Meet and build strong relationships with clients
• Identify legal issues and provide clear, practical advice
• Prepare costs estimates and engagement documents
• Draft legal documents and handle property searches
• Conduct legal research
• Maintain accurate file management
• Attend business development events and contribute to the growth of the team

Our Commercial Property Team

• Works across the full spectrum of commercial real estate matters
• Supports an impressive portfolio of clients ranging from large national organisations to ambitious local businesses
• Expertise includes:
• Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
• New build and pre-leasing work
• Lease drafting, renewals and terminations
• Property management matters (including dilapidations, rent reviews, assignments and sub-lettings)
• Development site work
• Lease extensions and collective enfranchisement