Real Estate Finance Lawyer

BCL Legal; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable boutique law firm in London seeks a talented Real Estate Finance Lawyer to join their dynamic team. The role entails advising on complex real estate finance transactions, managing secured lending, and fostering client relationships. This position offers excellent career progression, a competitive salary, and a collaborative working culture.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

High levels of responsibility

Client exposure

Qualifications

• 4+ years' post-qualification experience in real estate finance.
• Strong technical ability in managing secured lending transactions.
• Proven track record acting for specialist lenders.

Responsibilities

• Advising on real estate finance transactions, including acquisition and bridging finance.
• Managing secured lending transactions with minimal supervision.
• Ensuring proactive case management with focus on compliance.

Skills

Real Estate Finance

Property Finance

Client Management

Negotiation

Commercial Awareness

Education

UK Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Real Estate Finance Lawyer | Boutique Firm | London

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a talented Real Estate Finance Lawyer to join a dynamic and growing team at a highly regarded boutique law firm in London.

This firm boasts a strong reputation in the real estate finance market and advises a wide range of lender and borrower clients including banks, bridging lenders, and private funds on complex and high-value transactions across the UK.

If you are an ambitious solicitor with solid property finance experience and a desire to further your career in a forward-thinking, fast-paced environment, this role offers strong long-term prospects, genuine client exposure, and the chance to play a key role in the team's continued success.

The Role:

- Advising on a broad range of real estate finance transactions, including acquisition, investment, development, and bridging finance.
- Managing secured lending transactions from initial instruction to post-completion, with minimal supervision.
- Acting for a range of specialist lenders and financial institutions.
- Liaising directly with borrowers, lenders, investors, valuers, and other stakeholders.
- Ensuring efficient and proactive case management, with a strong focus on compliance and risk.
- Supporting business development efforts and building long-term client relationships.
- Representing the firm at industry events and networking opportunities.
- Mentoring and supervising junior team members where appropriate.

Candidate Profile:

- UK-qualified solicitor with 4+ years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in real estate finance.
- Strong technical ability and experience working in a high-quality commercial law firm.
- Proven track record of acting for specialist lenders on secured loan originations.
- Confident in managing a varied caseload independently, while also working collaboratively as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong client-facing approach.
- Commercially astute, with a proactive mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Enthusiastic about contributing to business development and growing the practice.
- Comfortable in a fast-moving environment with tight deadlines.

The Opportunity:

- Join a collaborative and growing team with a strong market reputation in real estate finance.
- Enjoy high levels of responsibility, client contact, and visibility from day one.
- Work on complex and rewarding matters with a varied and interesting client base.
- Benefit from a positive, flexible working culture with real scope for career progression.
- Competitive City salary and benefits package on offer.

If you're looking to take a step forward in your legal career and would like to learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.

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