Hybrid Associate Real Estate Solicitor – Fast Track

William James Recruitment; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension provision

Hybrid and flexible working

Structured training and development

Career progression

Modern technology

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Associate Real Estate Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join a leading national law firm’s Cambridge team, handling development projects and complex commercial property transactions.

The role offers exposure to high-profile matters, structured training, and mentoring with clear progression within a top-tier Real Estate practice; hybrid working and competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with up to 2 years' PQE in Commercial Real Estate.
• Experience at regional, national or City law firm.
• Strong real estate technical grounding.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.
• Interest in legal technology and innovation advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting on complex development transactions
• Advising on site acquisitions and disposals
• Assisting with option agreements, promotion agreements and conditional contracts
• Conducting due diligence, title investigations and property searches
• Advising on the acquisition and disposal of commercial property
• Drafting and negotiating leases, agreements for lease and landlord and tenant documentation
• Managing completion and post-completion matters
• Building strong client relationships through direct client contact
• Working closely with colleagues across planning, construction and specialist teams
• Supporting business development initiatives and client events

Skills

Commercial Real Estate

Drafting

Communication

Attention to detail

Client relationships

Problem solving

Collaborative

Job description

William James Recruitment is seeking an Associate Real Estate Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join a leading national law firm’s Cambridge team, handling development projects and complex commercial property transactions.

The role offers exposure to high-profile matters, structured training, and mentoring with clear progression within a top-tier Real Estate practice; hybrid working and competitive benefits are provided.