Real Estate Senior Associate

Michael Page Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Real Estate Senior Associate to lead high-value transactions and mentor junior lawyers. This role offers the opportunity to work within a Tier 1 ranked team, providing strategic legal advice to major developers and public sector entities. With a commitment to professional growth, the firm fosters a collaborative environment where you can thrive. Expect a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements and generous holiday entitlement. If you are passionate about real estate law and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Flexible Working Arrangements

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Enhanced Family-Friendly Policies

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness Initiatives

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in commercial real estate required.
• Experience in complex transactions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex real estate transactions.
• Provide strategic legal advice to diverse clients.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers.

Skills

Commercial Real Estate

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Mentoring Junior Lawyers

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

As a Real Estate Senior Associate in Leeds, you'll lead high-value transactions, mentor junior lawyers, and play a pivotal role in business development within a Tier 1 ranked team in Leeds.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international law firm renowned for its award-winning Real Estate practice. With a commitment to excellence, they offer a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and development. You can expect first class training and development and a highly competitive salary.

Description

The Real Estate Senior Associate will be:

• Leading and managing complex real estate transactions, including development, investment, and acquisitions and disposals
• Providing strategic legal advice to a diverse client base, including major developers, investors, occupiers and public sector entities across the UK
• Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers
• Contributing to business development initiatives and client relationship management.
• Support on pitching for new work.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services in line with client expectations and firm standards.

Profile

The Real Estate Senior Associate should be / have;

• A solicitor with 4 years plus PQE in commercial real estate
• Experienced in handling complex real estate transactions, including development, investment, and acquisitions and disposals
• An interest to work for a large law firm
• Some experience mentoring and supervising junior lawyers.
• Skilled in business development and client relationship management.
• Able to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
• Strong academics and ties to Leeds

Job Offer

Our client offers a competitive salary range of £75,000-£85,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy/sell days.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Employee assistance programme and wellness initiatives.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you're an experienced Real Estate Senior Associate, apply now or contact Mike Smith for more information.