Commercial Property Solicitor (All PQE)

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Commercial Property Solicitor (All PQE) Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex (Hybrid / Flexible Working) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About The Role We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Commercial Property Solicitor to join our fast‑growing firm, The Jonathan Lea Network, as soon as possible. You’ll handle an exciting mix of landlord and tenant work, acquisitions and disposals, freehold and leasehold titles, lease negotiations and development projects. This is a career‑defining opportunity to take the lead in building and developing our commercial property department, working with high‑quality clients and a supportive, forward‑thinking team. About The Firm The Jonathan Lea Network is a modern, business‑focused law firm that has grown by over 1,000% since 2019. We’ve recently moved into larger, open‑plan offices just a 5‑minute walk from Haywards Heath train station to accommodate our expansion. Our clients include leading technology start‑ups, entrepreneurs and owner‑managed businesses across London, the South East and internationally. We pride ourselves on offering lawyers a dynamic and rewarding career path. You’ll gain exposure to quality work, make a visible impact and grow both professionally and personally. What We Offer
Generous commission scheme and Christmas bonus Hybrid / flexible working (office presence required part of the week) Full‑time hours: Mon–Thu 9am–6pm, Fri 9am–5pm Vibrant social culture – regular team events, dinners & parties Modern, collaborative workspace in central Haywards Heath A genuine opportunity to build and lead your own department Career progression and personal growth fully supported
What You’ll Do
Manage a diverse caseload of commercial property matters Advise on acquisitions, disposals, leases, developments and landlord/tenant work Deliver clear, practical advice to clients across sectors Support business development and networking activities Take ownership of client relationships and contribute to the firm’s continued growth
What We’re Looking For
Ideally at least 2 years’ PQE with experience in commercial property law (all PQE from 1 year PQE to many years PQE would be considered) A strong grasp of landlord & tenant, leasehold and transactional work Excellent drafting, negotiation and client communication skills Proactive, commercial mindset and attention to detail Confidence working independently to deal with clients directly and as part of a team IT‑savvy and social media aware Enthusiastic about entrepreneurship, business and transactional work Able to stay calm, professional and good‑humoured under pressure Willingness to contribute to marketing and business development
Why Join Us? At The Jonathan Lea Network, you will work with quality clients, be trusted with responsibility early on and gain hands‑on experience that accelerates your learning curve while being part of a friendly, growing team that values initiative and collaboration. You can enjoy a balanced, fulfilling career with real rewards for ambition and effort. This is a standout opportunity for someone ready to step up, build a name for themselves and play a key role in shaping the future of our firm’s commercial property practice. Senior Information
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Legal Industries: Law Practice
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