Professional Support Lawyer - Real Estate

Michael Page Legal; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known legal services company in London is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer specializing in real estate law. The position involves managing legal resources, supporting fee earners, and updating legal documents. Candidates should have at least 4 years of PQE and experience in residential development. The role offers a salary between £90,000 and £130,000 and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent position

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' PQE as a real estate lawyer.
• Strong experience in residential development and housing law.
• Familiarity with automated precedents and emerging legal tech.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update the team’s know-how database.
• Produce guidance notes and legal updates.
• Coordinate internal training and education programmes.
• Support fee earners with legal research and compliance.

Skills

Real estate law experience

Public sector governance knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Mentoring abilities

Collaborative approach

Job description

Overview

This PSL position sits within a well-established Professional Support function, working alongside an experienced PSL and a junior legal assistant. The role supports a large, multidisciplinary Real Estate department covering investment, development, housing, construction, planning, and asset management.

Client Details

This role is with a prominent organisation in the professional services sector, known for its commitment to excellence within the legal field. The company operates as a medium-sized entity with a strong presence in its sector, offering its team members opportunities to contribute to high-quality legal work.

Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and updating the team\'s know-how database and precedents
• Producing guidance notes and legal updates, particularly in development, housing, and public sector law
• Coordinating internal training and education programmes
• Supporting fee earners with legal research and compliance matters
• Assisting with government consultations and regulatory updates
• Collaborating with innovation, marketing, and bids teams on internal and client-facing materials
• Maintaining relationships with external bodies such as Land Registry and search providers

Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 4 years\' PQE as a real estate lawyer
• Strong experience in residential development and housing law, including public sector governance
• Familiarity with automated precedents and emerging legal tech
• Prior PSL experience is preferred, but not essential
• Excellent communication, organisation, and mentoring skills
• A proactive, collaborative approach and ability to work independently

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of £90,000 to £130,000 per annum.
• A permanent position within a respected professional services organisation.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and interesting real estate legal matters.
• An environment that supports professional growth.

If you are passionate about real estate law and looking to make a meaningful impact as a Professional Support Lawyer, we encourage you to apply.