Commercial Property Solicitor - Elite US Law Firm

Taylor Root; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite US law firm in London is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor for a 6-month FTC. This role offers exposure to complex, cross-border transactions and the chance to work with respected lawyers in the field. Ideal for lawyers with 4+ PQE, it promises a top-of-market salary and real responsibility from day one in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Top-of-market US salary

Work on international, high-profile transactions

Real responsibility from day one

Qualifications

• 4+ PQE with solid experience at a Top 20 or US/International City law firm.
• Strong technical and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage real estate matters with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Advising on high-value acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures.
• Supporting international clients on multi-jurisdictional real estate deals.
• Collaborating closely with senior lawyers on strategic matters.

Skills

Technical skills

Drafting skills

Confidence in managing real estate matters

Education

4+ PQE in commercial property or corporate real estate

Job description

Commercial Property Solicitor | 6-Month FTC | Elite US Law Firm | London

Our client, an elite US City law firm in London is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its high-performing real estate team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to complex, cross-border transactions and work alongside some of the most respected lawyers in the field.

The role:

• Advising on high-value acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures
• Supporting international clients on multi-jurisdictional real estate deals
• Collaborating closely with senior lawyers on strategic matters

What We're Looking For:

• Ideally 4+ PQE with solid experience in commercial property or corporate real estate gained at a Top 20 or US/International City law firm
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Able to hit the ground running and manage real estate matters with confidence

Why This Role?

• Top-of-market US salary
• Work on international, high-profile transactions
• Join a lean, agile team with real responsibility from day one
• Ideal for lawyers seeking a high-impact, short-term role in a world-class environment

This role is on a hybrid basis - the firms' policy is 4 days in the office.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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