Real Estate Associate

Rutherford Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join its London team. This role involves advising clients on complex commercial property transactions, including acquisitions and disposals. You should be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 2-5 years PQE and have a strong background in commercial real estate. The firm is known for its supportive culture and commitment to career development, making it an excellent opportunity for growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 2-5 years PQE.
• Experience in commercial real estate transactions is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex property transactions across multiple sectors.
• Handle acquisitions, disposals, and property management.
• Support corporate and insolvency teams on M&A involving property assets.

Skills

Commercial real estate transactions

Client relationship management

Solutions-focused advice

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

2-5 years’ PQE qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Our Client

Our client, a leading UK law firm, is seeking a talented Real Estate Associate to join its Real Estate team in London. Known for its market-leading work across investment, development, regeneration, and corporate occupier matters, the firm also stands out for its positive, team-centric culture. New joiners, including lateral hires, are welcomed into a supportive and empathetic environment where collaboration is valued and sharp elbows are rare. With a strong focus on career development, flexibility, and work-life balance, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career in a firm that genuinely invests in its people.

The Role

As a Real Estate Associate, you will work closely with senior lawyers and partners on a wide range of complex and high-value commercial property transactions, advising clients across sectors including investment, development, retail, corporate occupiers, hotels, and leisure. The role will cover everything from acquisitions, disposals, and property management to landlord and tenant matters and high-value residential transactions. You will also support the corporate and insolvency teams on M&A and restructuring work involving significant property assets. Beyond client work, you’ll have the chance to contribute to business development initiatives and help shape the future success of the team — all within a genuinely supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture.

Requirements

• 2-5 years’ PQE qualified solicitor in England & Wales.

• Strong experience in commercial real estate transactions, particularly in investment, corporate occupier, development, and retail sectors.

• Confident handling client relationships and delivering commercial, solutions-focused advice.

• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset, comfortable collaborating with colleagues and clients.

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Matthew Makrinos.
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Job ID: AP0038

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