Legal Counsel - In-house

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in London is seeking a Legal Counsel with expertise in corporate real estate to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years PQE and will manage significant transactions while providing legal advisory support. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to transition into an in-house role with diverse responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in corporate real estate.
• Experience at a top-tier UK or US law firm.
• Strong background in legal transaction management.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate transactions end-to-end.
• Provide legal advisory and mentorship within the legal function.
• Oversee large corporate real estate transactions across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Leadership

Legal Advisory

Corporate Real Estate Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (3-5 PQE)

Job description

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Legal Counsel - In-house, london (city of london)

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Client:

SSQ

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Legal Counsel - In-house

RE Asset Management

3-5 PQE

SSQ are partnered with an expanding team to recruit a Corporate Real Estate solicitor to manage significant transactions. As part of the team you will manage a full remit of work and assist the business with general legal, corporate and Real Estate knowledge.

This position is suitable for a candidate currently at a top-tier UK or US law firm, looking to move in-house and gain a broader, more dynamic position. If you have 3-5 years of experience in corporate real estate, this position could be for you.

Role responsibilities:

• Management and leadership of corporate transactions end-to-end
• Be a key member of the internal legal function and assist with the smooth running of the legal function, including mentorship, legal advisory work and management of Real Estate transactions
• Work cross-functionally with offices across EMEA and North America
• Be responsible for horizon scanning across the legal market
• Assisting with the management of the external legal budget
• Liaising with senior stakeholders across the UK and wider global business to ensure the best advice is being given
• Management and ownership of large corporate real estate transactions of varying sizes across multiple jurisdictions, with a London focus.

For more information, please apply or contact SSQ directly. [emailprotected] / 07534087340