Are you a senior real estate lawyer ready to lead high-value, complex property deals and grow your profile in the City of London? This respected City firm offers the autonomy, support, and client base to make a real impact while working on sophisticated, cross-border transactions.
The Firm
One of London's most established independent law firms, known for its partner-led approach and loyal international clients. The firm delivers top-tier advice across real estate, corporate, finance, and private client work. It combines City-level excellence with an entrepreneurial environment where senior lawyers can build their practice, collaborate across teams, and influence strategic growth.
The Real Estate Practice
The team advises a wide range of clients, including developers, investors, landlords, tenants, corporates, and high-net-worth individuals. They have a strong reputation for both commercial and residential property matters, including cross-border transactions.
Typical work includes:
* Commercial acquisitions, disposals, and development projects
* Leases, lettings, and landlord/tenant matters
* Property finance, including lending, mortgages, and guarantees
* Land assembly, planning, construction agreements, easements, and Party Wall matters
* International client advisory, particularly for APAC clients, including overseas entity registration and compliance
The team is known for handling complex, high-value matters with strategic, commercially minded advice.
The Opportunity
You will join a collaborative, experienced team with the chance to lead major transactions and develop your international real estate expertise. This is a senior role where you can grow your practice, benefit from strong internal referrals, and contribute to shaping the department's strategy.
The firm values autonomy, results, and technical excellence, with clear recognition and reward for contribution.
About You
* Solicitor with at least 7 years' PQE in commercial real estate
* Experienced in complex property transactions, advisory work, and cross-border deals
* Strong technical and commercial judgement, client-focused and proactive
* Able to manage high-value matters independently and mentor junior lawyers
* Experience with international clients, particularly APAC, is highly desirable
Why Apply
* Respected, partner-led City firm with strong internal referrals
* Collaborative culture valuing autonomy, results, and practical contribution
* Exposure to high-value, complex, and cross-border real estate transactions
* Opportunity to build your practice with support and stability
* Work-life balance without compromising on high-calibre work
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, get in touch today. This is a standout chance to join a leading real estate team without the politics or bureaucracy of a larger City firm.
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