Real Estate Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm seeks a Managing Associate or Legal Director to join their real estate team in Glasgow. This senior-level role involves leading complex real estate transactions, contributing to team growth, and mentoring junior lawyers. Candidates should have over 8 years of PQE in commercial real estate with a proven track record in managing client relationships. The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years PQE in commercial real estate.
• Experience in leading transactions and managing client relationships.
• Strong mentoring ability and comfort in business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex transactions in real estate.
• Support the development of junior lawyers.
• Contribute strategically to team growth.

Skills

Complex matter management

Client relationship management

Mentoring others

Business development

Collaborative approach

Education

8+ years PQE in commercial real estate

Background in regional or national firm

Dual qualification (Scotland and England & Wales)

Job description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Managing Associate / Legal Director – Real Estate

Location: Glasgow

Overview

A leading UK law firm is looking to appoint a Managing Associate or Legal Director to join its growing real estate team in Glasgow. This is a senior‑level opportunity to lead on complex transactions, contribute to strategic growth and support the development of junior lawyers. The team advises on a broad range of commercial property matters including development, investment, asset management and finance, with clients across sectors such as retail, leisure and energy.

Role Requirements

Experience:

• 8+ years PQE in commercial real estate
• Experience leading transactions and managing client relationships
• Background in a well‑regarded regional or national firm
• Dual qualification (Scotland and England & Wales) is a plus but not essential

Skills

• Confident in managing complex matters and mentoring others
• Commercially minded with a collaborative, solutions‑focused approach
• Comfortable contributing to business development and team leadership

On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working and clear progression opportunities

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