Real Estate Finance Lawyer - 12 month assignment. 5+ PQE.

Jameson Legal.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market-aligned ALSP is seeking experienced Real Estate Finance Lawyers for a 12-month assignment in the UK, particularly Birmingham. Applicants should possess over 5 years' PQE, excellent drafting skills, and be prepared to work in a hybrid environment, based at various offices. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in real estate finance.
• Excellent private practice experience at top firms.
• Ability to lead transactions and supervise junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review LMA Real Estate Finance Facility Agreements.
• Negotiate security/ancillary finance documents.
• Supervise junior lawyers and lead transactions.

Skills

Real Estate Finance

Negotiation

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Drafting LMA Agreements

Education

Solicitor Qualification (England and Wales or Commonwealth)

Job description

We are currently working closely with a market-leading ALSP that is looking to connect with experienced Real Estate Finance Lawyers with upwards of 5 years' PQE, who will be available for a 12 month assignment with a leading international firm. The assignment is due to start ASAP and will follow a hybrid working arrangement, with 2-3 days per week in the office. The assignment can be tied to either the London, Birmingham, Manchester or Cardiff office.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Qualification as a Solicitor (England and Wales or another commonwealth jurisdiction, such as Australia and/or New Zealand, for example)
• Upwards of 5 years' PQE in handling a full real estate finance caseload
• Excellent private practice experience gained at magic circle, silver circle, US or international firms
• The ability to draft and review LMA Real Estate Finance Facility Agreements
• Experience in negotiating security/ancillary finance documents in respect of real estate finance transactions
• Experience in development finance transactions would be ideal, but not a prerequisite
• Prior experience in supervising more junior lawyers would be highly beneficial
• The ability to lead on transactions
• Notable organisational skills with the ability to balance multiple transactions at the same time and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to start a new role immediately or at short notice

Due to the desired start date, candidates are likely to be available immediately or at short notice.

Please apply with your CV to Jennifer Pike.

Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.