Real Estate Legal Director

JMC Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Manchester seeks a Legal Director to lead complex real estate cases, manage a team and drive business growth. This role offers the opportunity to work with prestigious clients and provides a flexible working environment. Ideal candidates will be UK-qualified with over 6 years of experience in Real Estate, demonstrating confidence in client relationships and commercial acumen.

Benefits

Access to prestigious real estate work

Flexible working culture

Strong career growth

Market-leading salary

Qualifications

• UK-qualified solicitor with 6+ years' PQE in Real Estate.
• Confident and adept at relationship management.
• Commercially minded and keen to drive growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own cases while supporting associates.
• Work on complex matters including Asset Management and Real Estate Finance.
• Drive growth in a dynamic practice.

Skills

UK-qualified solicitor

6+ years' PQE in Real Estate

Client-focused

Relationship management

Commercially minded

Job description

Job Details

Top 30 Firm | 2 / 3 Days in Office | Complex Real Estate Work | Legal Director

This innovative, international firm is sector-focused, highly ranked, and truly people-first. Their standout Real Estate team handles premium, complex, and diverse matters.

Perfect for a lawyer passionate about Real Estate, this role offers challenging work, leading clients, and a flexible, modern working culture.

The Firm

A prestigious Top 30 law firm, this practice has a strong global footprint, earning its reputation by combining legal excellence with sharp commercial acumen.

With multiple Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers‑recognised partners, the firm is celebrated for its collaborative culture, forward‑thinking delivery models, and deep sector expertise‑particularly across Real Estate, Commercial Litigation, Financial Regulations, and more.

Clients include top retail banks, challenger banks, fintechs, and international consumer brands. The firm delivers practical, solutions‑driven counsel on complex regulatory matters and frequently advises on some of the most high‑profile cases in the market.

Lawyers benefit from robust internal support, advanced technology, and a transparent path for advancement. The environment is inclusive, agile, and commercially minded, perfect for lawyers ready to make a real impact in a highly regarded, evolving team.

The Role

Join this leading International Real Estate group, leveraging the firm's powerful Commercial and Corporate client base.

Real Estate sits at the heart of the firm, forming its second largest department worldwide.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on complex matters which include :

• Asset Management
• Acquisitions & Disposals / Corporate Support
• Landlord & Tenant Matters
• Real Estate Finance

The client portfolio spans tech, sports, retail, charity, financial regulation, and more. Their structure caters for sector specialists

As a senior team member, you’ll manage your own cases while supporting and developing associates and senior associates.

At Senior Associate or Legal Director level, there’s genuine scope to build your own practice and clear business case for further progression.

The Ideal Candidate

• UK-qualified solicitor with 6+ years' PQE in Real Estate
• Confident, client-focused, and adept at relationship management
• Commercially minded and keen to drive growth in a dynamic practice

What’s On Offer

• Access to some of the UK's most prestigious Real Estate Work
• Flexible, progressive working culture with hybrid options
• Strong career growth and professional support
• Market‑leading salary and a competitive benefits package

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Joe Bryant at JMC Legal Recruitment.