Real Estate Finance Associate / Senior Associate

Motus; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An international legal firm in Southampton is seeking candidates for Real Estate Finance Associate (NQ–5 PQE) and Senior Associate (5+ PQE) positions. The firm offers lucrative salaries up to £125k, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates will have strong commercial property and real estate finance experience, with roles involving client management, negotiations, and complex documentation. Hybrid working is included.

Benefits

City-level transactions in a regional setting

Supportive, ambitious team

Clear progression pathways

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• NQ–5 PQE with relevant experience in commercial property and real estate finance.
• 5+ PQE for Senior Associate with a strong real estate finance focus.
• Ability to manage negotiations and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support on acquisition, development, and refinancing deals.
• Draft loan/security documents and liaise with major lenders.
• Run own matters and oversee junior staff.

Skills

Commercial property experience

Real estate finance expertise

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Job description

Exclusive Role – International Firm

Real Estate Finance – Associate (NQ–5 PQE) & Senior Associate (5+ PQE)

Southampton

Up to £125k(depending on experience)

A top-tier international firm is growing its Real Estate Finance team in Southampton. The team offers City-quality work, genuine core-hours culture, and excellent progression — including a junior lawyer we placed who has already progressed into a Senior Associate role.

Associate (NQ–5 PQE)

Open to candidates with mixed commercial property and real estate finance experience. You’ll support on acquisition, development and refinancing deals, draft loan/security documents, and work with major lenders and investors.

Senior Associate (5+ PQE)

Requires a strong real estate finance focus. You’ll run your own matters, negotiate complex documents, help oversee juniors and play a key role in client relationships.

Why Apply?

• City-level transactions in a regional setting
• Supportive, ambitious team
• Clear progression pathways
• Competitive salary + hybrid working

If you'd like more details and a confidential chat, contact Joe Davy-Taylor on 07808 522 727 at [e-mail]