Commercial Property Solicitor - Bath - 3+ Years PQE

Commercial Property Solicitor - Bath - 3+ Years PQE

Location: Bath

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Part time / Hybrid / Flexible considered)

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience + benefits

A well established and modern law firm in Bath is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join its growing team. This senior position offers genuine long term progression, including the potential to move into a non equity director role. The firm combines traditional high street values with a forward thinking approach, excellent technology, and a warm, supportive culture.

The Role

You will handle a diverse and high quality commercial property caseload, including:

• Commercial conveyancing
• Landlord and Tenant matters
• Small business acquisitions
• Residential estate development schemes
• Option agreements
• Enfranchisement, Right to Manage, and lease extensions
• Guarantees, indemnities, and asset transfers
• Independent legal advice
• Stamp Duty and commercial finance security

Additional experience in general commercial law (e.g., shareholder agreements, company law) or contentious matters is welcomed but not essential.

The firm regularly advises on high value and complex matters, including multi million pound option agreements, mixed use acquisitions, local authority asset transfers, and transactions involving high profile clients.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a motivated and ambitious solicitor with:

• A minimum of 3 years PQE in commercial property
• Strong technical knowledge and recent, substantial experience in the field
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload autonomously
• A proactive mindset with the drive to grow the department and develop a team
• High attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• Confidence using IT systems and modern case management software
• Experience in a leadership or compliance role (COLP / COFA / MLRO) is advantageous but not essential

This opportunity may particularly appeal to candidates relocating from larger cities who want to maintain a high quality caseload while achieving a better work life balance.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell additional annual leave
• Discretionary additional Christmas leave
• Annual eye test and contribution towards glasses
• 4× salary life insurance
• Employee assistance programme and discount scheme
• Private GP consultation service
• Support and funding for professional training and development
• Weekly all staff coffee mornings
• Discounted legal services for you and your family
• Payment of professional subscriptions
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Regular firm funded social events
• Dog friendly office with a staff rota

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk

Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

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