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Commercial Property Solicitor – Devon

Commercial Property Solicitor in Devon. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Devon

Location

Permanent

Term

Listed

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The Role

  • Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters, offering practical advice to landlords, tenants, and investors.

  • Handle joint ventures, retail and leisure projects, and acquisitions of development sites.

  • Draft and advise on commercial property contracts.

  • Manage portfolio sales and acquisitions.

  • Advise on business transfers, including restaurants and guest houses.

  • Support clients with property-related projects and transactions.

  • Coordinate with other professional advisers as needed.

  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments.

  • Build relationships with clients and professional contacts.

  • Engage in marketing and business development activities.

  • Maintain regulatory and quality standards, including Lexcel compliance.

About You

  • At least two years' experience managing commercial property matters independently.

  • General commercial property experience, with broader commercial law knowledge beneficial.

  • Strong commercial awareness and understanding of client needs.

  • Excellent technical, organisational, and communication skills.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

  • Proactive in client relationships and business development.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

  • Full-time, flexible working opportunities.

  • Generous annual leave and attractive benefits package.

  • Support, supervision, and professional development access.

  • Leadership responsibilities and progression opportunities.

Why This Role

Contribute to a growing team with opportunities for career progression in a well-established regional legal practice.

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Role Summary

Location

Devon

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — Devon

The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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