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Real Estate Legal Director

JMC Legal Recruitment

City of Edinburgh

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GBP 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading firm is seeking a talented Legal Director (8+ PQE) to join their prestigious Real Estate team in Edinburgh. This role offers exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work, along with a supportive environment for professional growth. The firm is known for its friendly culture and commitment to staff development, providing a clear pathway to partnership.

Benefits

Flexible working practices

Outstanding salary and remuneration

Comprehensive health and well-being benefits

Generous leave/holiday entitlements

Qualifications

Real Estate solicitor with 8+ PQE.
Ability to train and mentor junior lawyers.
Desire to develop business and meet clients.

Responsibilities

Engaged in high-quality Real Estate work.
Access to a network of Scottish and international clients.
Mentorship and investment to help practice flourish.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Mentorship

Business development

Innovative approach

Education

Qualified solicitor

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A leading firm is searching for a talented and ambitious Legal Director (8+PQE) to join their Legal 500-ranked Real Estate team based out of Edinburgh.

For solicitors looking to take their practice to the next level, you will benefit from a renowned international platform and notable investment that will support you as you progress towards partnership.

The Firm

This multinational firm has an unparalleled reputation for providing exemplary service across various sectors. It has numerous Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings Chambers & Partners top-ranked departments, countless ranked individuals and rising stars. The firm is renowned for the legal talent it attracts, which is a testament to the quality of the work undertaken, the ongoing staff development and the working culture.

Despite its size, notable growth and strong profits, staff at the firm report a friendly and warm working environment and a management team that genuinely cares for their employees. The firm has won numerous awards in recognition of the outstanding quality of work produced, as well as for successfully cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Employees should expect exposure to top-quality international and UK clients and to receive support from some of the premier legal talents in the UK.

Culturally, the business has a cutting-edge and innovative feel which is balanced by the friendly and collaborative nature of the office environment.

The Role

In this high-performing Real Estate team you will be engaged in some of the best-quality work in the country. With deep Scottish roots, you will have access to a network of clients that is close to home as well as on a national and international scale.

Working with an exceptional range of developers, funders and investors, the firm's reputation and platform will help to amplify the success you have had in your career in numerous ways:

You will benefit from access to first-rate work from their network of Scottish, UK-wide and international clients. With exceptional teams spanning construction, planning, projects, corporate and commercial - the machine of internal referrals provides an outstanding source of news-worthy commercial property work.
Cutting-edge technology and innovation solutions are utilised to ensure you can focus on what you love.
As one of the largest Real Estate practices in the UK, you will be working directly alongside colleagues with expertise you can rely on to improve client experience and your development, no matter how esoteric, complex or large a matter may be.
The firm’s partnerships are incredibly supportive. You will receive mentorship and investment to ensure your practice flourishes. Whether marketing, business development, strategic planning, seeking niche technical advice or recruitment help to build out your team, the firm boasts internal expertise to help you.

It is an opportunity that is well suited to individuals who are passionate about getting the best out of themselves, developing their team alongside them and who value exceptional work in a friendly, collaborative environment.

There is a clear pathway to Partnership and given the rapid growth of the firm as a whole, specifically its Scottish offices, this is an exciting time to be joining this ever-growing Real Estate department.

The Ideal Candidate

Is a Real Estate solicitor with 8+ PQE
Seeking a role where they can get out of the office, meet clients and develop business
Desire to take on the best quality work and enhance their reputation as a leading lawyer in the field
Has the ability to train, mentor and support junior lawyers
Commercially minded with a proactive, innovative and value-adding approach

What’s on offer

An opportunity to join a prestigious team at a Top-25 firm
A platform to enhance your practice
Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
Flexible working practices are culturally ingrained
Outstanding salary and remuneration
Comprehensive package including financial security measures, health and well-being benefits and generous leave/holiday entitlements

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Jules Grieve at 0131 460 7747/jules@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Director

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Legal
Industries
Legal Services and Law Practice

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