Real Estate Senior Associate

Anakin Seal Legal; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm is seeking an experienced Senior to join its Commercial Real Estate team in Oxford. The full-time role offers a competitive salary between £78,000 and £95,000, hybrid working options, and a strong platform for career progression. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with over 7 years of experience in commercial property law, capable of managing a varied caseload and developing client relationships.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Clear career development framework

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with solid experience in commercial property law.
• Demonstrable experience managing a varied caseload.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of own caseload, handling a wide range of commercial property matters.
• Work closely with Head of Department to shape and deliver the firm’s business plan.

Skills

Managing a varied caseload

Building and maintaining client relationships

Business development

Confident decision-making

Mentoring junior team members

Education

Qualified Solicitor with 7+ years’ PQE in commercial property law

Job description

Role Overview

A leading regional law firm is seeking an experienced Senior to join its Commercial Real Estate team, based in Oxford. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a commercially minded property lawyer who thrives on delivering exceptional client service and playing an active role in business growth.

You’ll take ownership of your own caseload, handle a wide range of commercial property matters, and work closely with the Head of Department to help shape and deliver the firm’s business plan. The role offers a strong platform for progression and the chance to develop a high-profile career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor with 7+ years’ PQE in commercial property law.
• Demonstrable experience managing a varied caseload within a Real Estate or Commercial Property team.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client and referrer relationships.
• A track record of successful business development and winning new work.
• Confident decision-maker, able to advise clients autonomously while collaborating effectively with partners and colleagues.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.
• Commercial awareness and sector knowledge to provide pragmatic, business-focused advice.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary 78000-95000 and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working options with up to 3 days per week working remotely.
• Opportunity to work with a respected regional firm known for its progressive culture and inclusive values.
• Clear, transparent career development framework designed to support long-term progression from Associate to Partner level.
• Supportive, people-first working environment where collaboration, growth and wellbeing are genuinely prioritised.