Senior Real Estate Counsel — Development & Investment

Shoosmiths LLP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoosmiths LLP is looking for a Principal Associate / Legal Director with 8+ years of PQE to join their Real Estate team in Leeds. The role entails providing expert legal advice on complex property development and investment projects across various sectors, such as industrial and residential. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of the complete development lifecycle, excellent negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to client support. A commitment to equal opportunities in the workplace is upheld.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in commercial real estate law with a focus on development and investment.
• Strong understanding of the full development lifecycle and related legal processes.
• Solid foundation in real estate law, including acquisition, finance, construction and disposal.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach to delivering strategic advice and supporting client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on complex property development and investment projects.
• Advise on the full development lifecycle from conditional land acquisition to disposal.
• Support the borrowing process and structure forward funding arrangements.
• Deliver strategic, commercially sound and legally robust advice to clients.
• Collaborate with specialists to manage risk and navigate complex development challenges.
• Help clients achieve strategic objectives while maintaining compliance.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

8+ years PQE in commercial real estate law

Job description

Shoosmiths LLP is looking for a Principal Associate / Legal Director with 8+ years of PQE to join their Real Estate team in Leeds. The role entails providing expert legal advice on complex property development and investment projects across various sectors, such as industrial and residential. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of the complete development lifecycle, excellent negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to client support. A commitment to equal opportunities in the workplace is upheld.