Real Estate Associate – Cambridge, Hybrid & Development Focus

William James Recruitment; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Enhanced pension provision

Career progression

Structured training and development

Modern systems and innovative tech

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Associate Real Estate Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) in Cambridge to work on high-profile development projects and complex commercial property transactions. Join a Tier 1-ranked Real Estate practice and gain exposure to prestigious clients and large deals.

You will support on development transactions, site acquisitions and disposals, and due diligence while enjoying structured training, mentoring and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with up to 2 years' PQE in Commercial Real Estate.
• Experience at regional, national or City law firm.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative and proactive in real estate development environments.

Responsibilities

• Supporting on complex development transactions.
• Advising on site acquisitions and disposals.
• Assisting with option agreements, promotion agreements and conditional contracts.
• Conducting due diligence, title investigations and property searches.
• Advising on acquisition and disposal of commercial property.
• Drafting and negotiating leases, agreements for lease and landlord-tenant documentation.
• Managing completion and post-completion matters.
• Building client relationships through direct contact.
• Collaborating with planning, construction and specialist teams.
• Supporting business development initiatives and client events.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Job description

William James Recruitment is seeking an Associate Real Estate Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) in Cambridge to work on high-profile development projects and complex commercial property transactions. Join a Tier 1-ranked Real Estate practice and gain exposure to prestigious clients and large deals.

You will support on development transactions, site acquisitions and disposals, and due diligence while enjoying structured training, mentoring and progression opportunities.