In-House Real Estate Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Real Estate Solicitor to join a major brand on a fixed-term contract in South Yorkshire. The role, offering hybrid work flexibility and a competitive pro-rata salary (£60-70k), involves managing real estate transactions, advising on SDLT, and collaborating with commercial teams. Ideal for solicitors with 4+ years PQE in real estate law.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working flexibility

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in real estate law.
• Experience managing acquisitions and disposals.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of real estate transactions.
• Advise on SDLT and land registry issues.
• Draft and negotiate leases and property contracts.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Advising on SDLT

Land registration matters

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

We're seeking a Real Estate Solicitor to join a major UK brand on a fixed‑term contract (covering maternity leave) based in South Yorkshire. You'll work 4 days per week, hybrid, advising on acquisitions, disposals, lease renewals, SDLT, land registration and general real estate advisory.

Client Details

Our client is an established, nationally recognised UK brand operating across multiple sites and playing a pivotal role in its sector. With a strong emphasis on culture, inclusive working and growth, they offer a workplace where legal teams are valued strategic partners rather than just compliance functions.

Description

The Real Estate Solicitor will be:

• Managing the full lifecycle of real estate transactions, acquisitions & disposals
• Handling lease renewals, restructurings and landlord/tenant matters
• Advising on SDLT, land registry and title issues associated with site transactions
• Providing general day‑to‑day real estate legal support to the in‑house team

• Working closely with commercial, facilities and property teams to drive outcomes
• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing leases, licences, sale/purchase agreements and other property contracts
• Mitigating property‑related risks and advising on best practice compliance and governance

Profile

The Real Estate Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor (or equivalent) with 4+ years PQE in real estate law
• Experienced in managing acquisitions, disposals and lease renewals in‑house or with a commercial property team
• Confident advising on SDLT and land registration matters
• Skilled at contract drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management
• Commercially aware, able to present legal advice in business terms
• Comfortable working in a hybrid/4‑day week environment and part of a wider legal & business team

Job Offer

You'll benefit from a competitive salary in the £60-70k range pro‑rata (for 4 days) plus excellent hybrid working flexibility. The role is a fixed‑term contract covering maternity leave, offering the opportunity to make a tangible impact within a major UK brand's property portfolio.

If you're an experienced Real Estate Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.