Commercial Solicitor at Placr Recruitment Co

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking two enthusiastic and driven solicitors to become integral members of their growing team. They are a close-knit, collaborative firm that values positivity, professionalism and personality just as much as technical expertise.

They are also embracing innovation, including the use of AI to enhance service delivery, and are keen to hire individuals who are open to change and excited about modern legal practice.

This is an environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work, support each other, and grow together. The firm operates a transparent career and pay structure and is committed to developing, training and promoting its people.

The Roles

• Role Solicitor with a strong background in Commercial Development, including experience with:
• Promotion Agreements
• Option Agreements
• Section 106 Agreements

Requirement: Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 1 year PQE

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a mixed caseload of commercial property and development matters
• Handling acquisitions, refinances, and drafting/negotiating leases and development agreements
• Providing high-quality legal advice on planning, construction and financing matters within commercial development
• Drafting and negotiating legal documents including:
  • Leases
  • Sale & Purchase Agreements
  • Overage Agreements
  • Promotion Agreements
  • Pre-emption Agreements
  • Development Contracts
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, agents, developers and third-party advisors
• Keeping up to date with legal and market developments
• Managing your own caseload and supporting senior team members on complex matters

Essential Skills & Experience

• Qualified Solicitor (minimum 1 year PQE)
• Positive, proactive attitude
• Passion for self-development and growth
• Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent organisation and time management
• Commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical, solution-focused advice