Solicitor-Real Estate

Irwin Mitchell; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks an ambitious individual to join their Real Estate team in Southampton. The successful candidate will work closely with partners on major commercial deals and engage with prestigious clients. Ideal applicants bring 2-4 years' PQE and possess exemplary organizational skills and a commitment to client success.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension schemes

Two paid volunteering days annually

Westfield Health membership

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in residential or commercial development matters.
• Dedication to achieving optimal client outcomes.
• Strong enthusiasm for real estate law.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on high-profile commercial deals.
• Engage with clients and develop business opportunities.
• Participate in practice development initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Client management

Education

2-4 years PQE

Job description

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The team is led by partner, Guy Sackett, and specializes in a wide range of Real Estate work, primarily focused on residential-led development with a focus on strategic land development projects. The team also handles commercial development projects, regeneration, and investment/asset management work for national companies, regional property firms, and owner/occupier clients. Additionally, the team advises on niche natural capital projects in biodiversity net gain, water neutrality, and nutrient neutrality, providing offsite solutions to facilitate residential developments. They also manage both contentious and non-contentious agricultural matters.

Recent Activities include:

• Advising a national land promoter on strategic land promotion agreements nationwide;
• Promoting a 250+ acre site in Sussex for up to 1,500 residential units, including education, leisure, and care facilities;
• Representing habitat bank operators and mitigation providers on conservation covenants and natural capital projects;
• Advising owner/occupier clients on asset management, portfolio expansion, estate restructuring, and refinancing;
• Supporting Further Education Colleges on campus issues like leases, charges, sales, and redevelopment;
• Advising on the acquisition and development of a mixed-use site in Leicester valued at approximately £50m, including offices, residential, hotel, student accommodation, and retail space.

About You

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a growing national team. You will work closely with partners on high-profile commercial deals from the outset, engaging with well-established clients. The role requires strong organizational skills and pragmatic working approach.

You will participate in practice development initiatives, seek business development opportunities, and stay updated on relevant legal and industry changes. Being an exceptional team player who collaborates effectively to deliver optimal client outcomes and supports team development is essential.

What we need from you:

• A genuine enthusiasm for this area of law and a dedication to achieving the best client outcomes under pressure;
• The confidence to start contributing immediately;
• Experience in residential or commercial development matters or general commercial property transactions;
• Ideally, 2-4 years PQE.

Our Benefits - What We Offer:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional leave;
• Generous pension schemes;
• Two paid volunteering days annually;
• Westfield Health membership and access to Aviva Digital GP services;
• Well-being initiatives and flexible working options, including a 'Flexible by Choice' program;
• Ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024.

Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability is integral to our culture. We foster a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute positively to our community and environment.