REAL ESTATE SENIOR ASSOCIATE / LEGAL DIRECTOR | 8+ PQE | LEEDS

QC Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Job summary

QC Legal's Leeds real estate team is seeking an accomplished solicitor to join a thriving practice advising developers, investors, funders and occupiers on major development and investment projects across the UK.

With 8+ years' PQE in real estate, you will lead on high-value transactions, draft and negotiate with confidence, and mentor junior lawyers while helping to grow the Leeds practice through strong client relationships and cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 8+ years' PQE in real estate law.
• Strong experience advising on development and investment transactions.
• Understanding of the development lifecycle and the commercial drivers behind complex projects.
• Experience acting for developers, investors, funders or occupiers on high-value real estate matters.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Commercially minded with the confidence to lead matters and manage client relationships.
• Motivated, proactive and keen to contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of real estate development and investment matters across multiple sectors including industrial, office, logistics, retail and living.
• Support clients throughout the full development lifecycle, from conditional land acquisitions and pre-let arrangements through to forward funding, construction phases and disposal strategies.
• Work alongside specialists across planning, environmental, tax, construction and banking disciplines on complex transactions.
• Act for a diverse client base including developers, investors, funders, occupiers and public sector bodies.
• Play a key role in managing client relationships and leading on significant matters.
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of a highly regarded Leeds real estate practice.
• Take an active role in mentoring and supporting more junior lawyers within the team.

Job description

About the Firm

This is an opportunity to join a thriving real estate practice that continues to strengthen its presence across the UK. The team advises a broad range of developers, investors, funders, occupiers and public sector organisations on significant development and investment projects, earning a strong reputation for the quality of its work and depth of sector knowledge. With continued growth in Leeds and ambitious plans for the future, the team offers an excellent platform for experienced lawyers looking to take the next step in their career.

The Opportunity

• Advise on a broad range of real estate development and investment matters across multiple sectors including industrial, office, logistics, retail and living.


• Support clients throughout the full development lifecycle, from conditional land acquisitions and pre-let arrangements through to forward funding, construction phases and disposal strategies.


• Work alongside specialists across planning, environmental, tax, construction and banking disciplines on complex transactions.


• Act for a diverse client base including developers, investors, funders, occupiers and public sector bodies.


• Play a key role in managing client relationships and leading on significant matters.


• Contribute to the continued growth and success of a highly regarded Leeds real estate practice.


• Take an active role in mentoring and supporting more junior lawyers within the team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified solicitor with 8+ years' PQE in real estate law.


• Strong experience advising on development and investment transactions.


• A thorough understanding of the development lifecycle and the commercial drivers behind complex projects.


• Experience acting for developers, investors, funders or occupiers on high-value real estate matters.


• Excellent drafting, negotiation and relationship management skills.


• Commercially minded with the confidence to lead matters and manage client relationships.


• Motivated, proactive and keen to contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice.

What's on Offer

• A compelling rewards package reflecting the seniority and importance of the role.


• Exposure to high-profile development and investment projects across the UK.


• The opportunity to work alongside respected specialists across a range of complementary practice areas.


• A visible position within a growing Leeds team with genuine scope for progression.


• The chance to build long-term client relationships and take ownership of significant transactions.


• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.


• Ongoing investment in professional development and career advancement.


• A supportive and forward-thinking environment where experienced lawyers can make a meaningful impact.