Real Estate (Residential Development) Senior Associate

BCL Legal; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (up to 40% remote)

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Option for a three-month sabbatical every five years

Supportive parental leave policies

Access to health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

A leading international law firm based in Birmingham is seeking a Senior or Principal Associate to join their Regeneration team. This role involves advising on large-scale regeneration schemes and managing complex land transactions. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of PQE in commercial property, showcasing strong communication and project management skills. The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a range of benefits, creating an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a renowned regeneration practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in commercial property, development, or closely related field.
• Strong interest in regeneration with an ambition for long-term career.
• Confidence in handling complex development structures.

Responsibilities

• Advise on large-scale residential-led regeneration schemes.
• Manage complex land and development transactions.
• Support and supervise junior team members.
• Collaborate with planning, construction, corporate, and tax teams to provide integrated solutions.

Skills

Commercial property law

Project management

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Minimum 3 years' PQE in commercial property or related field

Job description

Real Estate Solicitor - Regeneration | Senior/Principal Associate | International Law Firm | Birmingham | Hybrid Working

BCL Legal is pleased to be working with a leading international law firm in their search for a Senior or Principal Associate to join their top-tier Regeneration team, which sits within their wider Residential Development group in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in some of the most significant and complex housing and regeneration schemes in the UK, advising both public and private sector clients.

The Role

As a Senior/Principal Associate within this high-performing team, you will:

• Advise on large‑scale, residential‑led regeneration schemes that often include mixed‑use elements, covering areas such as acquisitions, site assembly, development agreements, joint ventures, and project structuring.
• Work with a diverse client base, including developers, housebuilders, local authorities, government bodies, and institutional investors.
• Manage complex land and development transactions, offering strategic legal advice throughout the entire lifecycle of a project.
• Gain experience in public sector law, including procurement, governance, and public funding, prior knowledge in these areas is not essential.
• Play a central role in delivering long‑term and high‑impact regeneration initiatives.
• Support and supervise junior team members, while contributing to the growth and development of the wider practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines such as planning, construction, corporate, and tax to provide integrated solutions to clients.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will bring:

• A minimum of 3 years' PQE in commercial property, development, or a closely related real estate field.
• A strong interest in regeneration and the ambition to build a long‑term career in this area.
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with confidence in handling complex development structures.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team.
• A client‑focused approach and a passion for contributing to large‑scale development projects that drive long‑term change.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including:
  • Hybrid working (up to 40% remote)
  • Private medical insurance (with family options available)
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Option to take a three‑month sabbatical every five years
  • Supportive parental leave policies and access to health and wellbeing initiatives
• Market‑leading training, regular career reviews, and clear promotion pathways.
• The chance to be part of one of the UK's most respected regeneration teams.
• A collaborative, supportive environment with access to leading experts across the firm.

This is a superb opportunity for a real estate solicitor ready to step into a senior position within a nationally recognised regeneration practice.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal.