Legal Director – Real Estate 12 Month FTC

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Legal Director in Real Estate, where you will lead on high-value property transactions in a landmark development. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions and work with a collaborative team committed to innovation. With a focus on mentoring and managing key relationships, you'll play a crucial role in reshaping London's skyline. If you're an experienced solicitor ready for a dynamic environment, this 12-month fixed-term contract could be your next exciting challenge.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in real estate law with a strong background in mixed-use development.
• Experience advising developers, landowners, purchasers, and funders.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage property documents including leases and joint ventures.
• Advise on estate management, leasing, and commercial contracts.
• Supervise and mentor junior legal talent.

Skills

Real Estate Law

Negotiation

Project Management

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Location:Central London (Hybrid Working Available)

Start Date:ASAP

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced real estate lawyer ready to take the lead on some of the most dynamic and complex property development transactions in London? We’re working with a high-profile urban regeneration project seeking aLegal Director (Real Estate)to join their Legal team on a12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a rare chance to workat the heart of a landmark development, partnering closely with internal stakeholders across project management, development, leasing, finance, and senior leadership. You’ll also oversee and mentor in-house counsel and manage key external relationships.

Why This Role?

• Be part of aglobally recognised, design-led developmentthat’s reshaping London’s skyline.
• Influence strategic decision-making at the highest level.
• Handlecomplex, high-value real estate deals, including joint ventures, development agreements, and estate structuring.
• Lead relationships with top-tier external counsel while mentoring junior legal talent.
• Join a progressive, collaborative team committed to innovation and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and manage a range of property documents: leases, joint ventures, easements, sale and purchase agreements, and more.
• Lead or support complex transactions involving development finance, forward purchase deals, and planning agreements.
• Advise internal teams on estate management, leasing, marketing, events, and commercial contracts.
• Manage legal risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to corporate structuring strategies.
• Supervise, coach, and support a direct report (Real Estate Lawyer).
• Act as a key liaison with external counsel and manage the legal budget effectively.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)with8+ years PQEin real estate law.
• A strong background inmixed-use development– from acquisitions to structuring and disposal.
• Proven experience advising developers, landowners, purchasers, and funders.
• Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and outstanding communication skills.
• Prior in-house or general counsel experience is desirable, but not essential.
• Confident managing people, projects, and legal spend.

The Contract

This is a12-month FTCwith the potential for impactful work, great visibility across the business, and involvement in a development that continues to make headlines.

Apply Now

If you're a commercially savvy real estate lawyer who thrives in dynamic environments, this could be your next standout role. Apply now to learn more in strict confidence.