Real Estate Associate / Senior Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Real Estate Associate / Senior Associate with at least 4 years of PQE in Real Estate Law. The ideal candidate will manage their own matters, develop strong relationships, and contribute to a collaborative practice. They will benefit from substantial support for business development and career progression as well as hybrid working options. This role offers a great opportunity for professional growth in an established team within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Partnership opportunities

Support for business development

Modern offices with hybrid working flexibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of PQE in Real Estate Law.
• Ability to work closely with a partner on high-caliber work.
• Strong desire to contribute to a client-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage matters independently with the support of senior partners.
• Handle corporate occupier work and commercial leases.
• Conduct acquisitions, disposals, and real estate finance activities.

Skills

Real Estate Solicitor 4+ years PQE

Strong relationship-building skills

Commercial approach

Desire to grow a collaborative practice

Job description

Real Estate Associate / Senior Associate | L500 ranked firm | Big Ticket Real Estate

This growing L500 ranked firm has gone from strength to strength and has a good track record in recruiting L500 recommended Lawyers and Partners from Top 100 Firms. Now looking to expand their Real Estate offering, they present an excellent platform for lawyers seeking hands‑on, complex & premium work.

The Firm

This forward‑thinking and entrepreneurial firm has developed a strong reputation across the North West legal market, backed by Legal 500 recognition and significant investment in partner growth. The firm prides itself on attracting partners from leading national and regional firms who seek autonomy, realistic growth targets, and the resources to build thriving practices. The firm places particular emphasis on giving partners autonomy, realistic targets, and the resources needed to grow. Their proven model has enabled multiple partners to significantly expand their client bases and teams, demonstrating their commitment to long‑term investment. With a growing presence across the North West, the firm continues to go from strength to strength, offering a collaborative and ambitious platform.

The Role

As a Real Estate Associate / Senior Associate, you will be working closely alongside the Senior Partners, managing your own matters with the support of the team. You will benefit from the firm's excellent infrastructure and support, allowing you to concentrate on delivering first‑class legal advice and developing your skillset.

Your work will include:

• Corporate occupier work
• Commercial leases
• Acquisitions and disposals
• Real estate finance
• Landlord & tenant work

The existing team operates over a variety of sectors which include automotive, education, retailers, leisure and much more. You will be welcomed into an established team where you can shape your career by handling a broad diet of Real Estate.

The Ideal Candidate

• Real Estate Solicitor 4+ years PQE
• Desire to grow a collaborative, client‑focused practice
• Strong relationship‑building skills and a commercial approach
• Able to work closely with a partner delivering high‑calibre, nationally recognised work

What's on Offer

• Partnership in a forward‑thinking firm with Legal 500 credentials
• Substantial support for business development and career progression
• Modern offices in the North West with hybrid working flexibility

This is a rare chance to join a prestigious and entrepreneurial firm where your expertise will be strongly supported and your growth encouraged. Working alongside a specialist partner, you will have an excellent platform to elevate your skillset