Real Estate Associate

LJ Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm in London is seeking a motivated Real Estate Associate Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE. This role involves advising on high-value commercial real estate transactions and collaborating with senior lawyers. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills are essential. Join a market-leading practice offering competitive salary and great career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Structured training

Partner support

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE.
• Strong technical background in real estate transactions.
• Proactive, commercially minded and a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Advising on acquisitions, disposals, lettings, and asset management of commercial real estate.
• Supporting large-scale investment and development projects.
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts and transaction documents.
• Collaborating across departments on multi-disciplinary matters.

Skills

Excellent drafting

Negotiation skills

Client-facing skills

Commercial mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

2-4 years PQE

Job description

Overview

Real Estate Associate Solicitor (2-4 PQE) - London

Top-tier International Law Firm | Market-leading Real Estate Practice

We are working exclusively with a prestigious international law firm seeking a Real Estate Associate Solicitor (2-4 years PQE) to join its highly regarded London office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated junior to mid-level lawyer to advance their career within one of the most dynamic real estate teams in the market.

The Role

You will focus on pure real estate transactions, working closely with senior associates and partners on a broad range of high-profile commercial property matters. The firm advises on some of the most significant deals in the sector, offering you exposure to complex, cutting-edge transactions and a client base that includes leading investors, developers, funds, and financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on acquisitions, disposals, lettings, and asset management of high-value commercial real estate.
• Supporting large-scale investment and development projects.
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts and transaction documents.
• Collaborating with colleagues across departments on multi-disciplinary matters.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 2-4 years PQE.
• Strong technical background in real estate transactions (training or post-qualification).
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client-facing skills.
• Proactive, commercially minded, and a strong team player.

Why Apply?

• Join a market-leading real estate practice with an outstanding reputation.
• Work on headline transactions with blue-chip clients.
• Enjoy excellent career progression, structured training, and partner support.
• Competitive London salary and benefits package.

This is a superb opportunity for an ambitious associate to join a top-tier firm and develop within one of the most respected real estate teams in the City.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment today.