Associate

Farrer & Co is an independent law firm, with a rich history. A centuries-long tradition of advising private families, individuals and charitable institutions is today complemented by our work with Businesses, Financial Services, Individuals, Families and Family Offices (IFFO), Education and Not For Profit organisations.

We look to be the market leader in our chosen areas of expertise, advising clients on the contentious and non-contentious legal, business and personal issues they face.

Our reputation and success is based on the goodwill of numerous close client relationships. We are trusted advisers, acting in our clients' long-term interests and paying careful attention to quality and personal service.

Our clients tell us they value us for our integrity, good judgement and professional excellence, as well as our broad perspective, practical solutions and value for money. They describe us as 'a likeable bunch' too.

The team provides clients with prompt, practical and technically sound advice covering all the legal and business issues for the effective ownership, development and management of commercial properties.

Our clients include private property companies, entrepreneurs, funds, charities, institutions, banks, international investors and high net worth individuals.

The main focus of the role will be on acting on development projects for private property companies, entrepreneurs, funds and high net worth individuals. The solicitor will report to a Partner and work within a section of the Commercial Property team.

• Sale and purchase of commercial property

• Landlord and tenant

• Investment

• Development

• Acting for banks in obtaining security

• Acting for banks in obtaining security

• Minimum 2.1 degree and experience from a leading firm

• Interest and enthusiasm in all aspects of Commercial Property

• Efficient communication skills and the ability to communicate advice to the person receiving it

• The ability to deal with many matters at any one time

• The organisation skills to keep files in order and to move transactions to completion effectively

• Confident in working autonomously/independently and able to ensure that ever-changing deadlines are met and cases move ahead smoothly

• Ability to assimilate complex facts as well as meticulous and well organised

• Good IT skills

• Adaptable and open to change, with a strong sense of responsibility

• Possesses a proactive and innovative approach to problem solving

• Enthusiasm and a desire to help develop and grow the practice.