Real Estate Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension provision

Hybrid and flexible working

Structured training and development

Career progression

Modern technology

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Associate Real Estate Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join a leading national law firm’s Cambridge team, handling development projects and complex commercial property transactions.

The role offers exposure to high-profile matters, structured training, and mentoring with clear progression within a top-tier Real Estate practice; hybrid working and competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with up to 2 years' PQE in Commercial Real Estate.
• Experience at regional, national or City law firm.
• Strong real estate technical grounding.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.
• Interest in legal technology and innovation advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting on complex development transactions
• Advising on site acquisitions and disposals
• Assisting with option agreements, promotion agreements and conditional contracts
• Conducting due diligence, title investigations and property searches
• Advising on the acquisition and disposal of commercial property
• Drafting and negotiating leases, agreements for lease and landlord and tenant documentation
• Managing completion and post-completion matters
• Building strong client relationships through direct client contact
• Working closely with colleagues across planning, construction and specialist teams
• Supporting business development initiatives and client events

Skills

Commercial Real Estate

Drafting

Communication

Attention to detail

Client relationships

Problem solving

Collaborative

Job description

Associate Real Estate Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) – Cambridge – Up to 60k + Benefits + Bonus

A leading national law firm is seeking an Associate Real Estate Solicitor to join its highly regarded team in Cambridge. This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ solicitor or lawyer with up to 2 years' PQE to join a Tier 1-ranked Real Estate practice, working on high-profile development projects and complex commercial property transactions.

Joining a market-leading Real Estate team, you will work closely with recognised Partners on nationally significant development schemes, gaining exposure to some of the firm's most prestigious clients and largest transactions. The team is known for its collaborative approach, technical excellence and commitment to developing junior lawyers.

This role offers an exceptional platform for an ambitious Associate Real Estate Solicitor looking to accelerate their career within a top-tier practice. Alongside high-quality development work, you will gain exposure to a broad range of commercial real estate matters, helping you build a well-rounded practice whilst benefiting from structured training, mentoring and progression opportunities.

The Role:

• Supporting on complex development transactions
• Advising on site acquisitions and disposals
• Assisting with option agreements, promotion agreements and conditional contracts
• Conducting due diligence, title investigations and property searches
• Advising on the acquisition and disposal of commercial property
• Drafting and negotiating leases, agreements for lease and landlord and tenant documentation
• Managing completion and post-completion matters
• Building strong client relationships through direct client contact
• Working closely with colleagues across planning, construction and specialist teams
• Supporting business development initiatives and client events

The Candidate:

• Qualified Solicitor with up to 2 years' PQE in Commercial Real Estate
• Experience gained within a regional, national or City law firm
• Strong technical grounding in real estate law
• Excellent drafting and communication skills
• Commercially aware with strong problem-solving abilities
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Collaborative and proactive approach
• Ambitious and motivated to develop expertise within real estate development
• Interest in legal technology and innovation would be advantageous

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension provision
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Strong progression opportunities
• Structured training and junior lawyer development programme
• Exposure to nationally significant development projects
• High-quality national client base
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Investment in professional development and career progression
• Modern systems and innovative technology