Real Estate Solicitor – Hybrid, High-Value Deals

Simpson Judge; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-ranked legal firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Real Estate Solicitor to join their Exeter office. The role focuses on managing complex transactions including acquisitions and development deals while engaging with significant clients. Candidates should hold a solicitor qualification with ideally 4 years of relevant experience in real estate. Competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and benefits including pension contributions, enhanced family leave, and private medical insurance make this an attractive opportunity.

Benefits

5% employer pension contribution

Enhanced Family leave and pay

25 days holiday + bank + option to buy/sell 5 more

Flexible / Hybrid working

Structured career development and mentoring

Exposure to high-value national transactions

Attractive bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Dental Insurance and Health Cash Plan

Income Protection & Life Assurance cover

Legal services and discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience in real estate transactions.
• Ideally 4 years PQE, with relevant experience in finance or development deals.
• Experience supervising junior colleagues is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead real estate transactions, including acquisitions and disposals.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and funding documentation.
• Coordinate with finance, corporate, and planning teams for transactions.
• Engage with clients and maintain strong relationships.
• Supervise junior colleagues and support project management.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and standards.

Skills

Strong commercial awareness

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Solicitor qualified (England & Wales) with ideally 4 years PQE

Job description

A top-ranked legal firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Real Estate Solicitor to join their Exeter office. The role focuses on managing complex transactions including acquisitions and development deals while engaging with significant clients. Candidates should hold a solicitor qualification with ideally 4 years of relevant experience in real estate. Competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and benefits including pension contributions, enhanced family leave, and private medical insurance make this an attractive opportunity.