Commercial Property Assistant

Commercial Property Assistant

Sheffield/ Derby

Hybrid

We're looking for a Commercial Property Assistant to join a small, friendly and highly successful legal team that specialises in corporate acquisitions, commercial property and employment law. Our focus is simple: deliver exceptional client service so clients return again and again. And they do – consistently. That says everything about the team you'd be joining.

Location – Hybrid. 20 minutes outside Sheffield city centre, 30 minutes from Derby city centre. Ideally located for candidates across South Yorkshire, Derbyshire and surrounding areas.

• Supporting Consultant Solicitors on commercial property transactions, including sales, purchases and landlord & tenant matters.
• Client onboarding and compliance checks.
• Conducting property searches and assisting with enquiries.
• Preparing reports and providing client updates via email and telephone.
• Preparing Land Registry and SDLT forms.
• Keeping the case management system up to date.
• Monitoring Land Registry applications and handling requisitions.
• General administration to support excellent client service across the firm.

• Minimum 12 months experience in commercial property (essential requirement).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Confident liaising with clients by email and telephone.
• Proactive, professional and able to work in a fast‑moving environment.
• A team player who cares about quality and client service.

• Small team where your work has real impact.
• Hybrid working options for flexibility.
• The opportunity to support experienced solicitors on varied transactions.
• A role that offers progression, involvement and ownership.
• A positive environment built on strong client relationships and repeat business.

If you’re looking for a role that feels like progress, not repetition, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for more information.