Overview
WSP Solicitors is proud to be a supportive, modern, and people‑centred firm. WSP is proud of its long-standing history in Gloucestershire, its strong community presence, and its reputation for clarity, approachability, and legal expertise.
Role Overview
WSP Solicitors is seeking a talented Commercial Property Senior Associate Solicitor or Associate Lawyer to join and strengthen our growing Commercial Property department. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded property lawyer to develop their career within an established, forward‑thinking Gloucestershire firm with a strong reputation and ambitious growth plans.
Commercial Property is a key strategic growth area for WSP. In this role, you will work on a broad range of high‑quality matters, build lasting client relationships, and play an active part in the continued development of a long‑established yet progressive practice — all within a supportive, people‑first environment.
If you are a confident commercial property lawyer who enjoys client contact, values plain‑English advice, and wants to grow with a firm that invests in its people, this could be an excellent next step in your career.
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.Key Responsibilities
Commercial Property Work & Client Advisory
- Managing your own caseload across a broad range of commercial property matters, including buying, selling, and leasing commercial property.
- Advising clients on landlord and tenant matters and a wide variety of commercial property agreements, including technically demanding documentation.
- Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused advice using plain English.
Client Relationship Management
- Acting for a diverse client base and developing strong, long‑term client relationships.
- Demonstrating a commercial, client‑first approach in all matters.
Business Development & Profile Building
- Actively participating in marketing and business development activities, including networking, PR, article drafting, and social media, as appropriate.
- Supporting the continued growth and visibility of the Commercial Property department within the firm and the wider Gloucestershire market.
Teamwork & Professional Development
- Working collaboratively as part of a supportive and enthusiastic team.
- Assisting with mentoring junior members of the team
- Continuing to develop your technical skills, commercial awareness, and professional confidence through internal and external training.
The Ideal Candidate
- Circa 5+ years’ PQE as a Commercial Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with practice rights.
- Proven experience across all aspects of commercial property law, including buying, selling, and leasing.
- A solid working knowledge of property law and landlord and tenant law.
- A track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to clear, plain‑English advice.
- Strong organisational, interpersonal, and IT skills.
- An enthusiastic, team‑focused approach with good commercial awareness.
What WSP Solicitors Offers
- Salary commensurate with experience and the value you bring to the firm
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Bonus scheme and staff incentive schemes
- Life assurance
- Corporate healthcare plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Holiday purchase and buy‑back scheme
- Free car parking
- Christmas saving club
- Opticians scheme
- Staff discounts and concessions on legal services
- Genuine investment in your professional development through internal and external training.
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working culture.
- The opportunity to grow with a firm where Commercial Property is a key strategic priority.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter (including your salary expectations), quoting reference CPD/0326, to . xwzovoh
WSP Solicitors is an equal opportunities employer.
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