We are partnering with a leading UK law firm to help grow their renowned Real Estate Finance team through two key hires:
* A Mid-Level Associate (2–5 PQE)
* A Managing Associate (6–8 PQE)
These are growth roles—not replacements—driven by an increasing pipeline of complex, high-value real estate finance transactions, particularly in the hospitality, leisure, and hotel sectors. The team sits within a wider, highly regarded finance group and is led by recognised industry experts.
Client Base And Work:
This team consistently acts for leading banks, institutional lenders, real estate funds, hotel groups, private equity sponsors, and high-profile borrowers on both domestic and cross-border transactions. Their work includes:
* Investment and development financings across prime UK and European assets
* High-value acquisitions, refinancing, and structured real estate finance deals
* Hotel and leisure portfolio financing, sale-and-leasebacks, and fund-backed real estate strategies
* Multi-jurisdictional syndicated lending, often involving complex deal structures and negotiations
Other Factors:
* Access to top-tier clients and sector-leading mandates often reserved for US-headquartered firms
* Strong international platform with frequent cross-border deal exposure
* Supportive, structured team with clear paths to progression
* A genuine work/life balance and collaborative culture that’s respected across the market
* Highly competitive salary and bonus potential well above most UK firms
Criteria:
* Mid-Level Associate (2–5 PQE):
* You’ll come from a top real estate or banking & finance team, with at least 50% of your recent experience in REF matters. Exposure to hotel, hospitality, or leisure transactions is ideal but not essential.
* Managing Associate (6–8 PQE):
* You must have demonstrable experience in real estate finance within the hospitality, hotels, or leisure sectors, with a strong track record of managing deal workstreams and client relationships independently.
Salary Range:
* 2 PQE: ~£110k
* Managing Associate: ~£150k–£160k (DOE)
These are standout roles for ambitious lawyers looking to work on headline deals in a team that combines technical excellence, sector depth, and strong internal culture.