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KPMG International Cooperative; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Manager for the Real Estate Technology Lawyer position. The role involves integrating technology into legal solutions and project managing implementations across various teams. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the real estate sector as well as a proven track record of driving innovation. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential. This position offers opportunities for career growth and collaboration across a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Senior manager level solicitor with substantial experience in the real-estate sector.
• Proven track record of integrating legal technology and driving innovation in client-facing solutions.
• Strong technical legal expertise and a solid history of delivering complex, technology-enabled projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test technological products/solutions to enhance legal service delivery.
• Project-manage the roll-out and implementation of client solutions across the KPMG network.
• Build relationships with other KPMG teams and clients to create multidisciplinary solutions.

Skills

Experience in the real-estate sector

Integrating legal technology

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Job Title

Real Estate Technology Lawyer – Senior Manager (Solicitor)

Location

London, Manchester

Capability

Tax & Law

Experience Level

Senior Manager

Type

Full Time

Service Line

UK Law

Contract Type

Permanent

Overview

KPMG Law is part of a broader multidisciplinary professional services firm and aims to become one of the world’s largest legal practices. With more than 3,750 lawyers in 85 countries, KPMG Law focuses on the UK market – the world’s second‑largest legal market – and works across multiple hubs including London, Leeds, Manchester, Reading and Birmingham.

The Opportunity

As part of a global real‑estate portfolio management solution scheduled for launch in 2026, the Senior Manager will collaborate with the KPMG Law UK Real Estate team to design, test, roll‑out and implement technology‑enabled legal solutions for private equity, sovereign wealth and listed property funds. The role involves liaising with senior lawyers across multiple countries and driving project management for the network‑wide implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test technological products/solutions to enhance legal service delivery.
• Project‑manage the roll‑out and implementation of client solutions across the KPMG network.
• Build relationships with other KPMG teams and clients to create multidisciplinary solutions.
• Present and pitch technology solutions to existing and prospective clients.
• Support junior team members and contribute to the growth of the Real Estate practice.

Qualifications & Skills

• Senior manager level solicitor with substantial experience in the real‑estate sector.
• Proven track record of integrating legal technology and driving innovation in client‑facing solutions.
• Strong technical legal expertise and a solid history of delivering complex, technology‑enabled projects.
• Excellent communication, relationship building, and stakeholder management skills across diverse backgrounds.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive team player, and ability to present and pitch solutions effectively.
• Diversity‑inclusive mindset; KPMG welcomes candidates from all backgrounds.