Commercial Property Solicitor/Associate Solicitor - 1-4 Years PQE | Reading (Hybrid) | Salary Up to £58,000 + Bonus!

Are you an ambitious commercial property lawyer looking to accelerate your career in a supportive and forward‑thinking team? We're working with a well‑regarded UK firm, known for its top‑tier commercial property practice in the Thames Valley and nationally, ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers for its property expertise.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor or Legal Executive (1-4 years PQE) to join a busy, collaborative commercial property team with a wide range of clients and work types. You'll report to the Commercial Property Partner and handle a variety of freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals, commercial leases, portfolio management, secured lending and other core commercial property matters.

You'll be part of a team that covers the full property spectrum - from general transactions and development land to planning, construction and corporate‑linked property work - while supporting businesses of all sizes across the Thames Valley, South East and beyond.

What You Will Be Doing:

Managing commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and lease work.
Drafting and negotiating leases and ancillary documents.
Supporting portfolio clients across sectors.
Working closely with colleagues in corporate, planning and other property disciplines.
Contributing to business development and client relationship building.

Who We Are Looking For

We're seeking someone with 1-4 years' commercial property experience, great organisational skills, strong communication and a proactive, commercially‑minded approach. You should be confident working independently but keen to collaborate and grow with your team.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity:

Competitive salary to £58k + bonus and excellent benefits.
Hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office, striking the right balance of flexibility and teamwork.
Well‑established, friendly team with clear development pathways.
Exposure to a broad range of property work and high‑quality clients.
A culture that encourages collaboration, commercial thinking and personal growth.

If you're ready to advance your commercial property career in a dynamic environment that rewards initiative and client focus, this could be the perfect next step. Apply now to be part of a team delivering real impact and exceptional client service!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.