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Real Estate (Development) Solicitor

Grist Legal Recruitment

London

On-site

GBP 100,000 - 125,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a skilled Real Estate Development Solicitor to join their London office. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, advising clients on commercial property agreements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on significant development projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years PQE in commercial property law, a solid grasp of relevant legislation, and a passion for the housing sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a thriving team, contributing to high-quality real estate initiatives that shape communities and support development efforts.

Mindset of a qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE in Commercial Property.
Understanding of the Landlord and Tenant Act and property law.

Manage a caseload of commercial property agreements and leases.
Advise clients on fixed fee estimates and negotiate terms.

Commercial Property Development

Real Estate Law

Negotiation Skills

Knowledge of Landlord and Tenant Act

Qualified Solicitor

Real Estate Development Solicitor

A London office of a leading UK Law firm requires a Real Estate Development Solicitor with at least 2 years PQE to join a thriving nationwide team acting on high-quality and varied commercial property-focused investment real estate work. Working as part of a Housing Development and Regeneration team dealing with funded schemes, s106 acquisitions, golden brick transactions, large-scale regeneration schemes, and asset management.

The role will be to manage a caseload involving advising clients on fixed fee estimates, heads of terms, drafting and negotiating commercial property agreements, leases, licenses, deeds of easement, surrender and variation, and lease reviews. The role will liaise with other departments with cross-sectional work such as property litigation whilst supporting on new Development schemes, acting on sales and acquisitions.

Qualities
The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years PQE in Commercial Property development, real estate, or general property with an understanding of Part II of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, experience in leasehold and freehold property including investigation of title, and site acquisition for development. Knowledge of the housing sector and affordable housing is also required.

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