Commercial Property Solicitor (2PQE+)

Position: Commercial Property Solicitor (2+ PQE) 
Location: Somerset  
Salary: £40,000+ 

What? 
A well-established Legal 500 firm in Somerset is looking to recruit a 2PQE Commercial Property Solicitor to join their team. The firm’s Commercial Property department is central to its practice, with a team that not only understands the law but also focuses on driving transactions forward to ensure deals are completed. The team provides comprehensive services across a wide range of commercial property and real estate matters, including acquisition, disposal, leasing, litigation, and land development. 

Their expertise spans various areas such as retail property, the sale and purchase of businesses, property development, planning, dilapidation, construction, environmental issues, property finance, tax planning, stamp duty land tax, strategic land, options and promotion agreements, and commercial lease work for both landlords and tenants. 

The firm works with clients across multiple sectors, including well-known retailers, developers of office, retail, and residential properties, and city-based funders. They have the capability to advise on projects of any scale, whether it’s the purchase of a small garage or the funding and development of a large site. 

Why? 
The firm offers clear opportunities for progression, with many team members having advanced through the ranks, including those who started as legal secretaries or worked their way up after completing training contracts. The firm also provides training and development options, including CLC courses and the CILEX route, supporting professionals in their career growth. 

As for benefits, the firm stands out with two pay-outs each year, alongside discretionary bonuses. Employees enjoy 27 days of holiday, a Christmas shutdown, and a Christmas bonus. Additionally, the firm offers an Employee Assistance Programme, a cash plan, and an employee referral scheme. Socials are fully funded, including a free bar, fostering a strong team culture. The firm also provides enhanced maternity and paternity pay and leave, reflecting their commitment to supporting employees' personal lives alongside their professional careers.