Real Estate Finance Lawyer

Accuflex; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm in London is seeking a talented Real Estate Finance Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join their dynamic team. This role involves advising on real estate investment transactions, drafting key agreements, and managing risks comprehensively. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical and communication skills, and having experience in real estate finance is essential. The firm promotes a hybrid working pattern, requiring at least two days in the office.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3+ years’ PQE.
• Experience in real estate finance or general banking and finance.
• Strong technical skills and a commercial approach to legal problem-solving.
• Excellent drafting and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise lenders and borrowers on real estate investment and development finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate facility agreements and security documents.
• Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks across secured lending structures.
• Work closely with partners and clients to deliver practical legal advice.
• Coordinate with real estate, tax, and corporate teams.
• Stay informed about developments in the real estate finance market.

Job description

Real Estate Finance Solicitor (3+ PQE) – Top International Law Firm – London

Accuflex has a great opportunity for a talented and motivated Solicitor with experience in Real Estate Finance to join our client, a highly regarded international law firm, in London. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic law firm legal team, contributing significantly to the business as a key advisor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transaction Support: Advise lenders and borrowers on real estate investment and development finance transactions across commercial, residential, and mixed-use assets.
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Draft and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, and intercreditor arrangements tailored to each transaction
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks across secured lending structures.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with partners, clients, and internal teams to deliver practical, solutions-focused legal advice.
• Cross-Team Coordination: Coordinate with real estate, tax, and corporate teams to ensure seamless deal execution.
• Market Awareness: Stay informed about developments in the real estate finance market and regulatory landscape.

Required Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3+ years’ PQE.
• Experience in real estate finance or general banking and finance, ideally from a recognised law firm.
• Strong technical skills and a commercial approach to legal problem-solving.
• Excellent drafting and stakeholder communication skills.

Location: London (Hybrid working pattern, at least 2 days in office)

Apply Now:
We are looking for someone who is ready to take on new challenges and is keen to take the next step in their career. If you are a well-rounded lawyer eager to make an impact, apply today to become part of our client’s prestigious team.

At Accutrainee we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly believe in equal opportunities for all and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ages, genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and abilities. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, transparent, and free from discrimination. We are dedicated to ensuring that all candidates are evaluated based on their skills, qualifications, and suitability for the role.