Real Estate Solicitor

Motus Legal Recruitment; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (up to 3 days)

Job summary

Premium Law Firm in Surrey is seeking a Real Estate Associate (NQ - 3 years PQE) to join its highly regarded team. The firm handles large real estate transactions and offers a collaborative, merit-based culture with experienced partners. Flexible working is available.

The role suits an NQ qualifying in 2026, or a qualified real estate solicitor seeking a new challenge with ample progression prospects. You will work on commercial acquisitions, disposals, development, landlord/tenant and asset

Qualifications

• NQ (qualifying in 2026) with at least one commercial real estate seat.
• Experience in handling broad commercial real estate matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, disposals, development, landlord and tenant, and asset management.
• Advise developers, investors and occupiers on high‑quality, varied work from Surrey region and beyond.

Skills

Commercial real estate

Job description

****Premium Law Firm in Surrey, with up to 3 days hybrid working****

A highly regarded premium law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate (NQ - 3 yrs PQE) to join its successful, L500/Chambers ranked team.

Renowned for its strength in handling large real estate transactions, the firm is home to a collaborative, team-focused culture led by approachable and experienced partners.

The role would suit an NQ (qualifying in 2026) with at least one commercial real estate seat, or alternatively, you may be a qualified real estate solicitor looking for a fresh challenge where you can see better opportunity. This exciting role involves handling a broad range of commercial real estate matters, including commercial acquisitions, disposals, development work, landlord and tenant issues, and asset management. You''ll have great support and ample scope to cut your teeth on some really interesting projects.

You’ll be working alongside a talented group of real estate specialists, advising a diverse client base of developers, investors, owner-occupiers, and businesses on high-quality, varied work from across the Surrey region and beyond (including plenty of City based work).

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to develop their career in a supportive, merit-based environment, with clear progression prospects and exposure to complex, high-value matters. Flexible working offered.