Commercial Real Estate, Senior Solicitor or Associate (Edinburgh)

Thorntons

Edinburgh

Welcome to a very different kind of law firm. One that recognises its success is down to its people. Where you can be yourself. Be inspired by your talented work colleagues. Where you’ll feel part of a dynamic team. Where, right from the start, you will be trusted with responsibility. This is what a rewarding career looks like at Thorntons.

What to expect

Join Our Expanding Commercial Real Estate Team.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Our leading Commercial Real Estate team is expanding, and we are looking for an experienced Senior Solicitor or Associate to join us in Edinburgh. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-value, complex transactions with some of the most prestigious clients in the industry, including developers, investors, lenders, public institutions, and major corporate occupiers across Scotland and the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Advisory & Transactional Expertise: Provide high-level legal and strategic advice on the acquisition, disposal, and development of high-value commercial properties.
• Investment & Development: Lead on complex investment and development projects, guiding clients through planning, financing, construction, and sale processes.
• Commercial Leasing & Asset Management: Advise institutional and private clients on portfolio management, lease structuring, and asset optimisation.
• Property Finance: Structure and negotiate complex finance arrangements, working closely with lenders, borrowers, and investors.
• Major Clients & Deals: Work with national and international clients on high value transactions, ensuring exceptional service and commercial outcomes.

What we’re looking for

Key attributes include:

• Commercial Real Estate Experience: A solid background in commercial real estate law is essential.
• Client-Focused and Proactive: You will need to put clients’ needs at the forefront and deliver exceptional service while staying proactive in your approach.
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills: Effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues will be key, as will your ability to negotiate successful outcomes.
• Team Player: While independent working is important, you’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team environment where collaboration is valued.

Join a firm with a reputation for excellence and take your career to the next level.

What we’re looking for

• Career Progression: Clear opportunities for advancement within a growing, market-leading firm.
• High-Quality Clients and Projects: You will be involved in a range of challenging, high-profile transactions for a diverse range of top tier clients.
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, mentoring, and support to enhance your expertise and career trajectory.

Doing What’s Right

A great working environment is the first thing you’ll notice. One where you’ll be inspired and supported by your colleagues. Where we’ll help you achieve what you want from your career. Where you can have both flexibility and connection with our supportive culture. Where you are valued. Where your voice is heard and you can make a difference through our employee network groups.

As your employer

Our benefits package goes well beyond competitive remuneration and we recognise and reward your hard work - learn more at rewarding you

For your Health and Wellbeing

Our Healthcare Cash Plan covers things like dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody, therapy and health screening needs. Our mental health first aiders and access to a 24-hour counselling line provide support for your mental and emotional wellbeing.

For your Family

We offer sector-leading family-friendly policies and flexible working arrangements to help you enjoy the best possible work-life balance. Our inclusive policies include fully paid maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of 26 weeks, followed by 13 weeks on half pay and a phased return to work on full pay, as well as 12 weeks fully paid partner or paternity leave. We also offer paid leave for, assisted conception and IVF treatment, and for colleagues who experience loss.

Embracing Diversity and Inclusion

We strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive working environment: one that does not tolerate any form of discrimination at any level. We value a truly diverse workforce: we are all equally different. We celebrate our individuality: from gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith to life experience, we know our differences make us stronger, together.

For our Community

We’re proud to be part of the communities we serve across Scotland, that’s why we actively engage with charities that support them. From our annual Charity Wills campaign to regular fundraising and volunteering opportunities, our colleagues give back to communities with skills and advocacy as well as funds.

Apply online at thorntons-law.co.uk/careers