SOCIAL HOUSING SOLICITOR | LEEDS | 4 YRS +PQE
Are you an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor with a social conscience and a solid background in property law? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation that values expertise, collaboration, and professional growth - offering all that whilst having the opportunity to genuinely make a difference. Whether you're seeking a role that offers a diverse caseload or the flexibility of hybrid working, this position in Leeds could be the perfect next step in your career.
About the Role
This role gives access to high-quality work within an established yet growing client base. You would be joining the firms busy Affordable Housing Property team. Your role will involve managing a diverse range of matters including commercial leases, asset management, land acquisitions and disposals, and development transactions for registered providers. You will work closely with partners and senior fee earners on complex projects, providing legal advice and supporting business development initiatives. The position offers structured career progression, ongoing training, and the chance to develop specialised expertise within a collaborative and high-performing environment.
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a solicitor with a minimum of 4 years PQE in commercial property law, ideally with experience in affordable housing, residential, or commercial property. You should have a proven track record of handling commercial leases, acquisitions, and disposals, and possess strong drafting, negotiation, and client-facing skills. Confidence in supervising junior colleagues and a proactive, commercially aware approach are vital. Excellent communication, organisational skills, and the ability to work independently or within a team under tight deadlines are essential. Knowledge of the Capital Funding Guide and regulatory frameworks would be advantageous, as would experience supporting large transactions using data rooms.
About the Organisation
The firm is a renowned full-service law practice recognised as one of the UK's Top 100 firms. Committed to delivering exceptional legal solutions, the organisation prides itself on a supportive, inclusive environment that fosters professional development and excellence. With multiple offices across the UK, they combine regional strength with national influence. Their commitment to wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion has earned them awards and accreditation, reinforcing their reputation as a forward-thinking employer.
Their Leeds office is centrally located within the business district, it has a lively, positive environment, and if you are looking for a sociable environment, there's certainly a lot that you can choose to get involved in.
They offer a comprehensive package which includes wide-ranging benefits, and their expectations are reflective of the fact that they fully expect you to be able to balance work with a life outside of the office.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your legal career with an organisation that values its people and offers genuine development opportunities, we encourage you to apply today.