Senior Associate or Salaried Partner

About the role

Our focus is on providing outstanding client service, through expert, clear advice and assistance with Commercial Property matters, delivered in a professional and engaged way that leads to high levels of client satisfaction. We work together at all levels of our team to create a supportive and pro-active environment to achieve this.

We are looking to recruit a Senior Associate or Salaried Partner to ensure the successful development of the firm in line with the current published business plan. To undertake fee earning work and provide a profitable contribution to the work of the department, meeting fee earning and other KPI targets. Based in our Guildford office you will handle all forms of commercial, development and/or investment property work, and/or the disposal/acquisitions of businesses, either working on matters delegated from the Partners or building and developing own case load with this emphasis, depending on experience and ability.

Department: Commercial Property

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Guildford

Workplace Type: In Office

Job details

Key tasks, duties and quality standards:

• To assist the department as a whole in meeting its fee earning targets by providing help regarding advice and assistance to clients of the department as well as other departments of the firm.
• Has the confidence of all Partners and colleagues in terms of the handling of referred work, including as to quality of advice, quality of service levels, promptness of work done, and level of fees charged, seeking guidance from other senior members of the team or firm as appropriate.
• Conduct of matters on behalf of clients.
• Where appropriate, demonstrate good management skills in supervising junior members of staff.
• Show willingness to become involved in activities of the firm outside of the department to which the individual is assigned.
• Maintain their client/referrer base and continue to develop it.
• Understand and undertake proper referral of work to relevant departments and recommendation of work for other departments.
• Is involved in practice development and marketing activities for the department, office and firm.
• Demonstrate a very good level of commercial awareness.
• Financial control with particular regard to cash-flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures.
• To utilise the skills of any department trainee and to assist with the trainee’s training.
• Travel to client meetings both in and outside the UK when required.
• Promote good file management.
• To ensure compliance with regulatory procedures.
• To maintain professional knowledge base including attainment of annual CPD points.
• To assist during the absence of other fee earners.
• Undertake other duties as from time to time required and agreed.

To be successful in this role, we are seeking the following:

Qualifications

A good honours degree followed by LPC, training contract and PSC /or a good honours degree followed by SQE and qualifying work experience/ or a good honours degree with CILEX to Fellow level, LPC and PSC, and admitted by SRA as a solicitor.

Essential personal qualities and attributes

• Demonstrates a high level of technical competence in chosen area of law and practice (and a sufficient understanding and awareness of all relevant areas of law as appropriate) with nominal need for supervision.
• Achieves targets in respect of chargeable hours, fees, recovery rate, lock-up and non-chargeable time as an Associate Solicitor and is either achieving, or achieving, targets for a Senior Associate Solicitor.
• Has largely developed a client/referrer base.
• Understands and undertakes proper referral of work to relevant departments and development of work for other departments.
• Where appropriate, demonstrates good management skills in supervising junior members of staff.
• Is involved in practice development and marketing activities for the department, office and firm.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of, and alignment with, the values of the firm.
• Demonstrates a high level of courtesy and respect in dealing with all colleagues and clients/key business introducers, etc.
• Demonstrates a very good level of commercial awareness.
• Sound training.
• Well-developed interpersonal, social and communication skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Computer literate with an ability to develop its use in own functional area.
• Enthusiasm and commitment.
• A sound knowledge of your responsibilities as a Solicitor including in the following areas:
• Rules and principles of professional conduct
• Client care
• Conflicts of interest
• Confidentiality
• Relations with third parties
• Relations with other solicitors
• Regulatory and compliance procedures.

Desirable skills, knowledge and abilities (Competencies)

• Prior knowledge of Practice Evolve or other office management systems

Guildford

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Rewards and benefits

Financial

We offer a competitive salary and a range of financial benefits designed to recognise your contribution and support your future.

These include:

• Annual salary review
• Annual bonus scheme
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Death in Service benefit of 4 x salary
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Paid professional memberships
• Long service rewards.

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Health and Wellbeing

At TWM, we enjoy coming to work, not just to be with our colleagues, but also because we feel supported even through difficult times.

You will receive:

• Private medical cover
• Company sick pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Regular socials.

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Work Life Enrichment

We understand the importance of balance, so we offer flexibility and benefits that help you enjoy life in and out of work.

These include:

• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave, shared parental leave and adoption benefits
• Flexible / hybrid working
• Sabbaticals
• Study leave.

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Learning and Development

TWM is only as good as its people and we want you to be the best you can be. We’re committed to your growth, offering tailored learning opportunities to help you build your career and reach your potential.

These include:

• Trainee Solicitor programme
• Extensive CPD programme
• Annual performance reviews
• Personal career progression plans.

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About the team

Commercial Property

Our Commercial Property team handles a broad spectrum of work, from complex acquisitions and leasing to development, investment, and enfranchisement matters. Lawyers gain exposure to high-value, technically varied work across diverse sectors. With a strong partner-led model and longstanding client relationships, this is a rewarding team for those seeking depth and progression in property law.

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Why Choose TWM

More than just a law firm

More than just a law firm, TWM is a community where your career can flourish. We prioritise professional development, collaboration, and a supportive environment that empowers our team to excel.

Our Clients

We deliver expert advice with care and clarity, building trusted relationships that focus on achieving the best outcomes.

Our People

We invest in our people’s wellbeing, development, and success, creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Equality and Diversity

TWM is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm, as well as in those areas in which TWM has influence.

TWM CARES

At TWM, our people embody the values that define who we are: we act as a Community, hold ourselves Accountable, remain Responsive, feel Empowered, and stay Solutions-focused.

Community

We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where everyone is supported to thrive and make a positive impact inside and outside the firm.

Accountable

We take pride in delivering work with integrity, encouraging ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement across our team.

Responsive

We value proactive, open communication and support one another by being approachable, reliable, and solution-focused.

Empowered

We trust and support our people to take initiative, grow their expertise, and drive meaningful contributions to our success.

Solutions-focused

We approach every challenge with a practical, problem-solving mindset, working together to deliver smart, effective results.

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