Corporate Real Estate Lawyer

William James Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life insurance provision

Generous annual leave

Parental leave package

Inclusive working environment

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Corporate Real Estate Lawyer in London for a leading US law firm’s renowned commercial real estate team. You will advise on corporate deals where real estate is the underlying asset, collaborating with experienced lawyers in a supportive, high-caliber environment.

The role offers early responsibility and progression, with exposure to cross-border mandates across Europe and the Americas, plus involvement in joint ventures and large-scale development projects.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 1-5 PQE and strong experience in Corporate real estate.
• Experience with cross-border transactions and multiple asset classes.
• Trained with a Silver circle / Magic circle / US law firm preferred.
• Excellent communication and client-relations skills.
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Advising on corporate deals (M&A, private equity) where real estate is the underlying asset.
• Supporting on complex cross-border transactions, in Europe and the Americas.
• Assisting with joint ventures and large-scale development projects.
• Managing transactions from instruction through to completion with supervision.
• Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on high-profile mandates.
• Collaborating across practice areas and offices within the firm’s wider network.
• Contributing to client relationship development and ongoing business initiatives.

Skills

Corporate real estate

M&A exposure

Client relationship management

Cross-border collaboration

Education

Qualified Lawyer in England & Wales

Foreign qualified lawyer from elite firm

Job description

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Real Estate Lawyer in London to join an highly regarded and growing commercial real estate team within a leading US law firm.

This role offers exposure to high-value, complex transactions across a broad range of asset classes, specifically working on Corporate deals where real estate is the underlying asset.

Working alongside experienced lawyers in a collaborative and well-supported environment. You will gain early responsibility while advising a sophisticated client base on market-leading work in London and internationally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Corporate Real Estate Lawyer in London seeking high-quality work, strong progression prospects, and a genuinely collegiate culture.

The Role:

• Advising on Corporate deals (M&A, Private Equity) where real estate is the underlying asset
• Supporting on complex cross border transactions, in Europe and the Americas
• Assisting with joint ventures and large-scale development projects
• Managing transactions from instruction through to completion with appropriate supervision
• Working closely with partners and senior lawyers on high-profile mandates
• Collaborating across practice areas and offices within the firm’s wider network
• Contributing to client relationship development and ongoing business initiatives

The Candidate:

• Qualified Lawyer with 1-5 PQE and strong experience in Corporate real estate
• Strong background, ideally trained with a Silver circle / Magic circle / US law firm
• Experience working across multiple asset classes and sectors
• Excellent technical ability with a commercial and pragmatic approach
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
• Either qualified in England & Wales, or a foreign qualified lawyer at an elite firm
• Highly organized with strong time-management capabilities
• Able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary between £170,000 and £250,000 depending on experience
• Pension
• Life insurance provision
• Generous annual leave
• Parental leave package
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

Contact:

Alex-Jay Blackledge-Murphy, Senior Recruitment Consultant

Email:

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