In-House Real Estate Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A major UK brand is seeking a Real Estate Solicitor to manage strategic real estate matters. This role offers a competitive salary of £60-70k pro-rata for a flexible 4-day week. The position is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, with opportunities to impact the company's property portfolio. If you are an experienced solicitor in real estate law, this is an excellent opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working flexibility

Fixed-term contract

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in real estate law.
• Experienced in acquisitions, disposals, and lease renewals.
• Confident advising on SDLT and land registration.

Responsibilities

• Managing the full lifecycle of real estate transactions.
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing property contracts.
• Providing day-to-day legal support to the in-house team.

Skills

Real estate law expertise

Contract drafting

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Education

Solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE

Job description

• Lead strategic real estate matters for a major UK brand
• Flexible 4‑day week with hybrid working (South Yorkshire)

About Our Client

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.

Job 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

The Successful Applicant

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

What's on 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.