Senior Real Estate Finance Solicitor (UK Qualified) Southampton (Hybrid) £75,000 DOE plus benefits High-Value Real Estate Finance Work — In Southampton Looking for complex, career-defining work without needing to base yourself in London? This is your opportunity to join the expanding Southampton office of a top-tier international law firm — delivering high-profile real estate finance deals for major clients, with all the benefits of a global platform. You'll work on complex transactions, advising banks, funds, and property investors on everything from structured development finance to high-value investment loans. It’s the quality and scale of City work — in a more balanced setting. This team is growing fast in the South, and they're investing heavily in building a long-term centre of excellence for real estate finance. That means real opportunity for you to develop into a lead role — both on deals and within the team. What’s In It For You? Complex, High-Value Work – Be part of headline real estate finance deals, from the South Coast. Growing Regional Office – Play a visible role in shaping the practice’s future in Southampton. Hybrid Flexible Working – Split your time between home and their modern city-centre office Clear Progression – A structured pathway in a firm that promotes on merit, not geography. What You’ll Be Doing Leading real estate finance transactions, including development and investment funding. Acting for UK and international banks, alternative lenders, and institutional investors. Collaborating with teams across the UK and Europe to deliver cross-border solutions. Supporting junior lawyers and helping grow the team’s profile across the South. What You’ll Need 5 years’ PQE in real estate finance with a strong technical grounding. UK-qualified solicitor with experience in a well-regarded City, national, or international firm. A collaborative mindset and the confidence to lead major transactions. A desire to do top-level work while helping grow a regional success story. Ready for City-Quality Work Without the London Postcode ? Contact me in confidence to discuss using 01172 420 855 or willcairns@okapirecruitment.co.uk