Legal Counsel jobs in United Kingdom

Axiom, the leading provider of on‑demand legal talent globally, is seeking a Real Estate Legal Consultant with 3+ years of real estate transactions experience.

• Drafting and reviewing contracts for property transactions
• Advising on real estate transactions, zoning and land use regulations, and potential risks
• Negotiating terms and conditions of real estate transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements
• Manage business‑critical matters such as volume lease renewals, large scale projects (e.g., Retail store upgrades), agreement amendments, asset management work, construction/professional appointment agreements and lease transactions (with a focus on lower risk deals in existing larger markets such as Greater China and Australia).
• This role would provide dedicated legal support to key stakeholders, ensuring timely and consistent delivery across the portfolio.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Confident communicator. Manages demanding workload with poise and positive outlook.

• A strong understanding of property law and relevant regulations
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• 3+ years of experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Experience in volume lease renewals, large scale projects (e.g., Retail store upgrades), agreement amendments, asset management work, construction/professional appointment agreements and lease transactions.

World‑class clients – our global presence provides direct access to opportunities with leading companies, including F100 and ASX‑listed organisations, allowing you to roadmap your career with exciting and challenging work.

Flexibility – we work with you to achieve the highest level of flexibility – in the way that you define it. Whether you prefer remote work, a greater breadth of exposure, or even more personal time – we present you with opportunities that help you reach these goals.

A dedicated talent team – we put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional. You will be assigned a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements!

Referral bonus – once you start working with us, refer your legal peers and enjoy a generous referral bonus as a thank you for expanding the Axiom community!

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Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

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