Solicitor – Real Estate

Foot Anstey; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Employee sabbaticals

Enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare

Open, flexible working

Job summary

Foot Anstey in Belfast is seeking a Solicitor in Real Estate. You will advise on a wide range of commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, development projects and asset management.

The role is office-based with a strong client focus and a collaborative, supportive team. You’ll work with developers, investors, lenders and public bodies, building long-term client relationships while supporting junior colleagues and contributing to the growth

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ–2 years PQE) with a strong foundation in commercial property work.
• Experience within energy and infrastructure sectors would be advantageous.
• Commercially minded with the ability to take ownership of matters and prioritise.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with a client-focused approach.
• Collaborative team player who contributes to a positive team culture.
• Proactive, driven and enthusiastic with a commitment to excellent client service.
• Interest in innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide variety of commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, development projects and asset management work.
• Support clients involved in energy and infrastructure projects, helping to deliver strategic land agreements and renewables initiatives.
• Work with diverse clients including developers, investors, lenders, landlords, tenants and public sector organisations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Property team to deliver practical, commercially focused advice and excellent client service.
• Build strong client relationships and develop your own network to support the team's long-term success.
• Share knowledge, support junior colleagues and contribute to the team's growth and development.

Skills

Commercial property

Client relationships

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Solicitor – Real Estate

Role in 60 seconds

• Role: Solicitor
• Team: Real Estate
• Location: Belfast (office based)
• Working Pattern: Full time

What you’ll do

• Advise on a wide variety of commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, development projects and asset management work.
• Support clients involved in major energy and infrastructure projects, helping to deliver strategic land agreements and renewable energy initiatives.
• Work with a diverse client base, including developers, investors, institutional lenders, landlords, tenants and public sector organisations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across our highly regarded Property team to deliver practical, commercially focused advice and excellent client service.
• Build strong relationships with clients and develop your own network, contributing to the long-term success of the team.
• Play an active role in sharing knowledge, supporting junior colleagues and contributing to the team’s continued growth and development.

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ–2 years PQE) with a strong foundation in commercial property work. Experience within the energy and infrastructure sectors would be advantageous.
• A commercially minded approach, with the confidence to take ownership of matters and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to provide practical, client-focused advice.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Proactive, driven and enthusiastic, with a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
• An interest in innovation, continuous improvement and finding better ways of working.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Employee sabbaticals
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.