Real Estate Managing Associate

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Real Estate Managing Associate to lead complex property transactions and mentor junior lawyers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in commercial real estate law and strong client management skills. You'll have the opportunity to shape strategic developments and enhance your career within a dynamic team. Competitive salary and professional growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in commercial real estate law required.
• Demonstrated experience in real estate transactions essential.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex real estate transactions and negotiations.
• Provide strategic advice on property management and development.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers in the team.

Skills

Commercial real estate law expertise

Transactional real estate experience

Technical drafting skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Qualified solicitor (5+ years PQE)

Job description

Real Estate Managing Associate (5+ PQE)

Location: Manchester

The Role

We are recruiting a Real Estate Managing Associate (5+ PQE) to join a dynamic real estate team, working on a broad and sophisticated range of property matters. This role offers the opportunity to manage your own portfolio, lead high-value transactions, and contribute to the strategic development of the practice.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead on complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and leasing
• Provide strategic advice on property management, development and regeneration matters
• Negotiate and draft a range of real estate documentation – leases, sales agreements, development contracts, and joint ventures
• Manage and build strong client relationships, with responsibility for maintaining key accounts
• Mentor, supervise and develop junior lawyers, contributing to a high-performance team culture
• Support business development initiatives, helping to grow and shape the real estate practice
• Participate in formal training and development programmes to support your ongoing professional growth

What We're Looking For

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE in commercial real estate law
• Demonstrable experience in transactional real estate work (investments, leasing, development)
• Excellent technical skills in drafting, negotiation and deal execution
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to provide strategic, business-focused advice
• Proven client relationship and stakeholder management skills
• Leadership or mentoring experience, with a collaborative mindset
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to run multiple high-value matters

If this role is of interest to you, please contact Aimee Mann at Sellick Partnership for a confidential discussion.

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