Job Description

Commercial Real Estate LawyerRef: 10868TruroAbout the firmCathedral Appointments is delighted to support the continued success of a progressive regional law firm who are known for their active commitment to their people, clients and communities. Their highly ranked Real Estate team is one of the largest and best resourced full-service property teams outside of London, delivering reliable and cost-effective legal advice tailored to clientsxe2x80x99 requirements.About the roleBased from the Truro office (averaging 3 days in the office if full-time, with hybrid working), our client is looking for a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to advise on a diverse range of business types and in sectors which include leisure and tourism, retail, food and drink, healthcare and professional services.Joining an experienced team which has been recently recognised by Chambers and Legal 500, you will be responsible for managing your own caseload whilst benefitting from support and advice from more experienced colleagues and partners when needed. Equally you will be able to access assistance from less experienced members of the team to ensure that work is undertaken by the right people and in the best interests of the client.The main duties include:

• Landlord and tenant matters xe2x80x93 leases, licences to assign, surrenders, assignments
• Sales and purchases of owner occupied property, and related secured lending transactions and other finance transactions, including sale and leaseback transactions
• Sales and purchases of investment property
• The role also assumes business development activity, such as attending networking events

As part of this role, you will have the opportunity to supervise and support the development of less experienced members of the team, ensuring everyone has the skills and confidence to deliver an exceptional experience to clients every day.In terms of business development, you will be actively encouraged to participate in thought leadership and broader networking opportunities with support from expert colleagues, to continue enhancing the firmxe2x80x99s (and your personal) profile within Real Estate.About youAs a motivated and ambitious Real Estate Lawyer (qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with several years' PQE), you take pride in delivering exceptional client service and encourage your colleagues to do the same. You have developed a passion for working with a variety of clients on their specific Commercial Property requirements, and focus on providing credible, insightful and commercially relevant advice to your clients. You are eager to stay up to date with the latest sector developments and actively seek out opportunities to do this on a regular basis.You are readily able to demonstrate your strong analytical and communication skills and that you can work strategically with clients and as part of a team. Being resilient to work under pressure by organising yourself effectively, you will be able to meet deadlines as needed. You will possess proven rapport building skills and you are tenacious, thorough, and attentive to detail whilst appreciating the 'bigger picture' for your clients, taking pride in the high standards of your work.You will be looking to make your mark and build a successful career as well as supporting the development of others in the team. Having a natural ability and experience in business development activities, you will help to extend the firmxe2x80x99s, and your own personal profile with a team of experts supporting you.Benefits include:25 daysxe2x80x99 annual leave plus bank holidaysOne day extra holiday on your birthdayEnhanced flexible working, including xe2x80x98best of both worldsxe2x80x99 hybrid working model with a mix of home and office working.Enhanced maternity and paternity payEnhanced sick payPrivate medical insuranceGroup life assurance schemeAuto-enrolment pension schemePerformance-related bonus schemeProfit share scheme;Recruitment referral bonusAccess to a comprehensive wellbeing programme xe2x80x93 including a free confidential helpline and support on money management and consumer rights. The firm are part of the Mindful Employer Charter.Free counselling sessionsMenopause supportCycle-to-work schemeFree annual flu vaccinationsEye-care vouchersReduced fees for legal servicesFunding for qualificationsStudy leaveMentoring programmeThree days volunteering leave each yearBuy up to a weekxe2x80x99s extra holidayOffices close early at ChristmasLong Service Awards.For an informal discussion about this opportunity without commitment and in confidence, please contact Charlotte Ferguson, Recruitment Manager at .

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