Job Description Real Estate Partner Location : Leeds Salary : £110,000-170,000 depending on experience and interview performance. Experience : Partner level This is a rare opportunity to take a leading role within a well-established real estate practice with a strong regional focus and national reach. You'll be a commercial real estate specialist with a proven track record in development and real estate investment work, and the ambition to grow a client base in Leeds and the wider North West. A portable following is important for this hire. The Opportunity Lead and grow a commercial real estate practice in Leeds Advise on development and investment matters, working across a broad real estate offering Build and deepen client relationships, developing new work and expanding existing accounts Work collaboratively with colleagues across complementary practice areas Provide leadership, mentoring and support to lawyers within the team Play a visible role in business development, networking and market profile What Were Looking For Essential Partner-level commercial real estate experience Strong background in development and real estate investment work Demonstrable business development capability and a strong network A portable following (or a clear, credible plan to build one quickly) Proven leadership and team management experience Collaborative approach and strong commercial judgement Desirable Experience working across a broad real estate platform (including landlord and tenant and mixed-use development) Track record of cross-selling and working closely with other practice areas What's On Offer Market-leading remuneration bonus (partner level) Leeds location A genuine leadership opportunity with scope to shape and grow the practice Strong national platform and cross-disciplinary support Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options (including annual leave options, pension, wellbeing support and additional benefits) About Our Client Our client is a national law firm with a well-regarded real estate practice advising on commercial development, investment and wider property matters. The team is known for its technical strength, commercial approach and collaborative culture. Location & Working Arrangements Leeds. Flexible working patterns are available. N ext Steps Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information. All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.