Job Description

Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With five offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services.


As a Commercial Property Solicitor in the Commercial Property Department, you will be responsible for Receivership and Repossession Sales in respect of both commercial and residential properties. This is a new role within the department reporting directly into the Partner and gives the opportunity to undertake varied and complex matters.

Key Responsibilities

Handling LPA Receivership Sale files Title checking Preparation of contracts and supporting documents Checking official copy documents Liaising with clients, clients agents, borrowers, lenders, asset managers, buyers solicitors, internal depts and any other as necessary Dealing with post completion issues and ensuring post-completion is concluded accurately Using case management systems on a day-to-day basis and helping to develop effective policies and procedures Handle client billing and ensure all billing is accurate and timely Actively engage in liaising with Receivers, agents and lenders etc. to create new business relationships and bring new sources of work into the firm.

What Were Looking For

Proven experience of Receiverships Sales and ability to advise clients on complex matters Able to work under pressure maintaining attention to detail and meet tight deadlines Proactive with commercial, residential and financial awareness Able to understand the priority of competing interests in land (including dealing with restrictions on title) in land and ensure that sales are completed without issue A good understanding of the principles of land law and rights of occupation and overriding interests Excellent communication and organisational skills at all levels and a true team ethos

Why work for Lightfoots Solicitors?

Our staff are our greatest asset, and we work hard to provide a culture where you can thrive and enjoy a fantastic career. Our benefits package has been built around what our people value the most;

Money Matters

Competitive industry salary - with annual salary reviews & bonus scheme Enhanced pension contributions Discounted legal fees - discounted conveyancing & wills for you and your family Personal financial advice - helping you achieve your financial goals Discounts - from a wide range of retailers Employee Referral Scheme - up to 1000 bonus

Mind, Body & Soul Matters

Enhanced holiday allowance Private Health Insurance - with Bupa Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents, such as optical & dental 24/7 Virtual GP Access - help & support available for when you need it Company Sick Pay - with the option to use this for caring for a dependant Free flu jabs- onsite annual flu vaccinations Discounted Gym Memberships - as well as discounts for other health related retailers Free fruit in all offices - fresh fruit delivered to the office each week Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access to counselling and support Mental health first aiders - we have nine qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm providing confidential support Wellbeing events - held throughout the year, from stress resilience workshops to wellbeing breakfasts and lunchtime walks Paid volunteer days - to volunteer for a charity of your choice Events - firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club , Christmas party & lots more. Committees - we have active Social ,Charity, Wellbeing and ESG committees.

Family Matters

Enhanced family leave - enhanced pay for Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental leave Flexible working - our Flexible working policy helps with your work life balance Flexible sickness entitlement - the option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs care Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents

Career Matters

Learning & Development - access to hundreds of webinars and training courses Paid study leave - with sponsored training opportunities Long Service Awards - we celebrate & reward our long standing colleagues Lightfoots Core Values Award - Rewarding colleagues who have demonstrated our core values

Apply

If you think this role is perfect for you (or nearly perfect, we would still like to hear from you) please apply or if you would simply like to find out more you can contact our recruitment team on recruitment@lightfoots.co.uk.


As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to be able to attend an interview please do let us know.


Recruitment decisions are made on fair and objective criteria.