Managing Associate-Corporate Real Estate Lawyer (Investments 5PQE)

Lynx Employment Services Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Managing Associate - Corporate Real Estate Lawyer in London. This role is ideal for qualified solicitors with over 5 years' PQE, specializing in corporate M&A and real estate investments. Responsibilities include advising on high-value transactions, structuring joint ventures, and supporting a prestigious client base. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and a collaborative attitude.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in a corporate transactional practice with exposure to real estate investments.
• Strong understanding of corporate M&A and investment structures.
• Confident in drafting and managing complex deals.

Responsibilities

• Advising on corporate M&A transactions in the real estate sector.
• Leading and supporting negotiations and drafting key transactional documents.
• Contributing to business development and client relationship management.

Skills

Corporate M&A

Joint Ventures

Real Estate Investments

Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a talented Managing Associate - Corporate Real Estate Lawyer to join their award-winning Real Estate Investment and Private Funds (REIPF) Team in London.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE who has a background in Corporate M&A and Joint Ventures and is looking to specialise further in the Real Estate Investments sector.

You will work alongside some of the UK's most respected transactional lawyers, supporting high-value, complex corporate real estate deals, and advising a world-class client base that includes major private equity funds, institutional investors, and listed real estate entities.

With an outstanding reputation for excellence and innovation, the team's work spans all major real estate sub-sectors, and they are known for their creative approach to structuring and executing complex investment transactions.

What You'll Be Doing

• Advising on corporate M&A transactions in the real estate sector.
• Structuring, establishing, and managing joint ventures and other real estate investment vehicles.
• Supporting clients such as private equity real estate managers, institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, REITs, and developers/operators.
• Handling complex transactional mandates, often involving multiple jurisdictions and disciplines.
• Leading or supporting negotiations and drafting key transactional documents (including share purchase agreements, JV agreements, and restructuring arrangements).
• Collaborating with colleagues across disciplines including tax, funds, and real estate finance to deliver integrated advice.
• Contributing to business development, client relationship management, and networking opportunities within the sector.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 5+ years PQE, ideally gained in a corporate transactional practice with exposure to real estate investments.
• Strong technical understanding of corporate M&A, joint ventures, and investment structures (corporates, partnerships, JPUTs).
• Confident in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex deals with precision and commerciality.
• A collaborative, proactive team player who can balance autonomy with partner guidance.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build lasting client relationships and contribute to team growth.
• Enthusiasm for developing a specialism in the real estate sector and expanding your professional network.