Real Estate Partner Opportunity – Newcastle Are you an experienced Commercial Property Lawyer ready to take ownership of your own patch and shape something new in the North East? This leading regional firm is looking for a Legal Director or Partner (or an ambitious Senior Associate ready for the next step) to help grow its Newcastle-based Real Estate practice – one of the firm’s largest and most successful departments. The Opportunity Join a well-established Real Estate team (30 people), already one of the firm’s biggest success stories. Lead on commercial property work in the North East – there’s an existing stream of work to build on, not a blank sheet. Work closely with another regional team for technical support and resourcing, while developing your own Newcastle presence. You’ll have full autonomy to grow and shape the local practice, backed by a collaborative and supportive leadership team. The firm is open to team moves and genuinely excited about investing in the right person for long-term success. Who They’re Looking For A well-known, business-development-focused Real Estate lawyer in the North East market. Someone entrepreneurial, ambitious, and collaborative — a rainmaker who enjoys growing relationships and leading from the front. You’ll be trusted to make things happen your way: there’s no rigid hierarchy or micromanagement. A portable following isn’t essential — you’ll be supported by internal referrals, cross-departmental collaboration (particularly with the Banking & Funding team), and strong firmwide connections. Culture & Values Open, transparent, and genuinely people-focused. The firm prides itself on being different from the typical corporate model — no divisive bonus structures, no relentless hours culture. Healthy work-life balance is encouraged You’ll have autonomy, flexibility, and room to grow — in an environment that trusts its partners to do their best work. Benefits & Rewards 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays. Your birthday off every year. Private medical insurance (with no medical history checks). Life cover (3× annual salary). Hybrid working and flexibility to suit your life. Supportive wellbeing culture and inclusive policies (enhanced parental leave, menopause policy, and wellbeing platform). Why This Role Stands Out This is a rare opportunity to establish and grow a Real Estate offering for a highly respected regional firm that’s serious about the North East. You’ll be part of a firm that’s large enough to have real infrastructure and client depth — but small enough to offer freedom, agility, and genuine partnership. Interested? If you’re an experienced Commercial Property lawyer ready to take ownership of your career and build something of your own, I’d love to have a confidential chat. Reach out to Beth Livings at QED Legal via the details provided.