Back to search
- Generous annual leave package
- Company pension scheme with contributions
- Opportunity to join a Healthcare Provider scheme
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements (subject to business needs)
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment with emphasis on work-life balance
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement
If you're an ambitious and experienced solicitor with extensive knowledge in commercial property law, this senior-level position offers a unique opportunity to join a reputable legal firm in Aberdeen. As a key player in our Commercial Property Department, you will have the chance to provide expert legal counsel to a wide variety of clients, handling high-value transactions across diverse sectors.
Company Profile:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established legal firm with a strong reputation in the commercial property field. The firm is known for providing practical, client-focused legal services and maintaining long-lasting relationships with clients in various sectors. As part of a collaborative and professional team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering quality legal solutions to clients, all while contributing to the firms ongoing success.
Job Profile:
As a Commercial Property Solicitor at Partner level, you will be based in our Aberdeen office and be responsible for managing an extensive and varied caseload of commercial property matters. You will handle high-profile transactions, advise clients on complex legal issues, and ensure that their business and commercial interests are fully protected.
You will also take a leadership role within the department, mentoring junior solicitors and contributing to the strategic development of the team. This position offers excellent career progression opportunities for a solicitor seeking a long-term leadership role in a forward-thinking firm.
Duties:
- Manage a diverse portfolio of high-value commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and leasing agreements
- Provide strategic legal advice to clients on commercial property matters, with a focus on ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting client interests
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents such as sale agreements, leases, securities, and development contracts
- Conduct thorough due diligence on property transactions, reviewing title deeds and identifying potential legal risks and liabilities
- Collaborate closely with other departments, such as planning, litigation, and tax, to offer comprehensive legal services to clients
- Maintain and develop strong relationships with key clients, including developers, landlords, commercial tenants, and financial institutions
- Mentor junior solicitors and trainees, providing guidance on commercial property law and best practices
- Play an active role in the firms business development initiatives, including attending networking events, building new client relationships, and enhancing the firms presence in the market
Skills & Experience:
- Fully qualified solicitor with significant post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial property law
- A proven track record of managing high-value commercial property transactions from inception to completion
- Full qualification in Scots Law
- Strong negotiation and drafting skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly to clients
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload and multiple deadlines
- Experience in leadership, mentoring, or managing junior solicitors is advantageous
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems
Hours of Work:
- 35 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- 09:00 to 17:15
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior solicitor to take their career to the next level within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. If you are ready to take on a new challenge and contribute to the success of a leading commercial property team, we encourage you to apply.
