New Job Opening: Commercial Property Solicitor in Altrincham, UK

Job Description

Commercial Property Solicitor

Location: Altrincham

Salary: £60,000 to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits

Experience: 7+ years’ PQE (or equivalent)

If you are a senior commercial property solicitor who enjoys high-quality work, a busy caseload and being part of a team that genuinely cares about clients and colleagues, this is a strong opportunity within an established UK law firm.

Our client is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor to join an award-winning team. You will take ownership of a complex and varied caseload, while also supporting and sharing your knowledge with more junior members of the team. The role sits within a growing firm of around 50 people, with a clear focus on service quality, organisation and consistency.

This is a senior hire within the commercial property function. You will work closely with the Partner and Head of Commercial Property, helping to deliver a well-run, efficient and well organised team. The work is varied and fast-paced, with exposure to interesting transactions and the autonomy expected at this level.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a varied commercial property caseload from instruction through to completion

• Advising on acquisitions and related transactional matters

• Handling landlord and tenant work, including new leases, licences to assign and licences for alterations

• Advising on property-related disputes as part of a broader caseload

• Dealing with funding arrangements connected to property acquisitions

• Preparing auction contracts and progressing auction sales to tight deadlines

• Identifying legal and commercial risks and advising clients on practical mitigation

• Working collaboratively with other teams to deliver joined-up advice

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through excellent client care and communication

• Prioritising urgent matters effectively while maintaining a high standard of accuracy across multiple live files

• Maintaining accurate and up to date case records

• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues, sharing technical and procedural knowledge

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales)

• 7+ years’ PQE (or equivalent) in commercial property

• Strong technical and procedural knowledge and the confidence to run matters autonomously

• Comfortable working at pace and managing competing deadlines

• Strong client care skills and a professional, solutions-focused approach

• A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in supporting junior colleagues

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £60,000 to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits

• Employee bonus scheme (up to an additional 10% of salary annually, subject to T&Cs)

• Healthcare package including 24/7 GP access and annual allowances towards dental, glasses and physio

• Annual eye tests and annual hearing tests

• Death in service (4x salary)

• Company pension

• Pet insurance (cats and dogs, subject to conditions)

• Counselling service

• Monthly in-office massages (15 minutes per person)

• PureGym membership

• Annual flu jab

• Birthday off work

• 5 days’ sick leave (maximum 2 occasions per year)

• Social perks including Netflix, Spotify, Amazon Prime and Apple News+

• Free conveyancing

Working Arrangements

This is a permanent role within a busy commercial property team.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.