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We're recruiting: Commercial Property Solicitor (3+ PQE)

Job description

You will manage a varied and high-quality caseload of commercial property matters, advising a broad range of clients including developers, investors, landlords, and business owners.

Your work will include:

  • Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
  • Drafting and negotiating commercial leases
  • Landlord and tenant matters, including renewals and assignments
  • Property finance and secured lending transactions
  • Development and regeneration work
  • Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice
Three solicitors work in an informal space

Responsibilities of this role

We are seeking a confident and capable solicitor with a strong grounding in commercial property work. You will have:

  • Minimum 3 years PQE in Commercial Property
  • Proven experience managing your own caseload
  • Strong technical knowledge across core real estate matters
  • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines
  • Strong client care and relationship-building skills

Skills, experience and attributes

  • Commercially minded and solution-focused approach
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent organisation and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365
  • Proactive and professional attitude

About us

Rothera Bray is a long-established and highly regarded law firm providing expert legal services across the East Midlands. We are known for our practical, commercial approach, strong client relationships, and supportive team culture.

We are currently looking to appoint a Commercial Property Solicitor (minimum 3 years PQE) to join our expanding Real Estate team, working across our Derby, Leicester, and Nottingham offices.

What we offer

We offer a supportive environment where you can develop your career and make a real impact, along with a competitive benefits package including:

  • Competitive salary
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Healthcare scheme
  • Employee recognition scheme
  • Financial wellbeing support
  • Cycle to Work and Bus to Work schemes
  • Active social and charity committee

Apply for this position: Commercial Property Solicitor (3+ PQE)

If you are interested in joining our Commercial Property team, please apply below or send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@rotherabray.co.uk

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