Property Solicitor; Commercial or Residential

Property Solicitor (Commercial or Residential)

At Scott Bailey LLP, we’re proud to be a busy, high street law firm with a strong reputation for legal excellence and a genuine commitment to our clients. As our property team continues to grow, we’re looking for a Property Solicitor to join our friendly, professional team.

We welcome applications from solicitors at any stage of their career who have experience in property law, whether your focus is commercial, residential, or both. If you have a passion for lease-related work, including lease extensions, leasehold issues, and new-build transactions, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll enjoy a varied caseload, a collaborative working environment, and the chance to develop your expertise further with our award-winning training and progression opportunities.

Why join Scott Bailey LLP?

We’re not just another law firm. We’re a team of 50+ people across two offices in the New Forest, working together to deliver excellent legal services with a personal touch. We’re proud of our open, supportive culture and we think you’ll feel it the moment you walk through the door.

We’ve been recognised for our commitment to our people and our community, including:

• New Forest Business of the Year 2023
• Training & Development Award 2023
• Finalists in the 2025 Hampshire Business Awards for:
• Best Place to Work
• SME Business of the Year
• Financial & Professional Services Company of the Year

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who shares our values and thrives in a busy, collaborative environment.

If you’re newly qualified or early in your career:

• You bring a genuine passion for property law, especially lease-related work such as lease extensions, leasehold issues, and new-build transactions.
• You’re eager to learn, develop your expertise, and take ownership of your caseload with support from experienced colleagues.
• You have strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• You have a proven track record in property law (commercial, residential, or both) and can confidently manage complex or high‑value transactions.
• You’re comfortable leading on technical matters, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to the strategic growth of the department.
• You’re known for your reliability, responsiveness, and ability to keep things moving under pressure.

Across all levels, you’ll be:

• A clear communicator who builds trust with clients and colleagues alike.
• A team player who shares knowledge and supports others.
• Someone who takes pride in doing things properly, with sound judgment and a commitment to excellent service.

What you’ll be doing:

Your work will reflect your experience and interests, and we’ll support you to broaden your expertise.

If your specialism is commercial property:

• Handling a mix of straightforward and complex sales, purchases, and leases of commercial premises.
• Acting for landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, renewals, and terminations, including high‑value or multi‑party arrangements.
• Supporting businesses and developers with acquisitions, disposals, and planning matters.
• Advising on commercial leases, licences, options and development agreements.
• Managing the property aspects of corporate transactions and infrastructure projects with our corporate team.
• Assisting with non‑transactional property related work.

If your specialism is residential property:

• Managing a full range of residential conveyancing matters, from standard sales and purchases to more complex leasehold, new build, and shared ownership transactions.
• You will be comfortable advising on Help to Buy, lease extensions, declarations of trust, and re‑mortgages.
• Liaising with estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers, and local authorities to keep transactions moving.
• Providing clear, practical advice to clients at every stage, including those navigating more technical or high‑value matters.

What you’ll get in return:

We offer a competitive salary and a great benefits package, including:

• An extra day off for your Birthday
• Free New Forest Parking Clock
• Health Cash Plan
• Group Life Cover
• Staff Discount Platform
• Award‑winning training and development
• A central location on Lymington High Street and in…