Real Estate Solicitor (Utilities) | NQ-3 | Ipswich
Top 50 Law Firm | Tier 1 Practice | Rare Sector Specialism
A top 50 UK law firm is looking to appoint a bright and ambitious Real Estate Solicitor to join its nationally recognised Utilities team in Ipswich. This is a rare opportunity to move into one of the most in-demand and fast-growing areas of real estate law, acting for major utility providers and infrastructure companies shaping the UK's future.
The Role
Joining a Tier 1-ranked team that specialises in complex, high-volume property transactions for clients across the energy, water, fibre and EV sectors. Working closely with 15 fee earners and a strong support team, this role offers hands-on exposure to:
* Acquisitions and disposals of sites for substations, gas governors, fibre cabinets and pumping stations
* Easements, surrenders and variations linked to large-scale infrastructure networks
* Title due diligence, reporting, registrations and post-completion work
* End-to-end management of transactions, including drafting, negotiation and client liaison
* DocuSign completions and electronic document management
* Supporting the team's growth through client relationship management and thought leadership
The nature of the work is both fast-paced and rewarding, offering a mix of technical complexity and strategic advisory input across nationally significant infrastructure projects.
The Candidate
This opportunity would suit a qualified Property Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE, guideline only) with a background in residential or commercial property and a keen interest in utilities, infrastructure or energy.
* Technically strong and commercially astute
* Confident in managing property transactions from start to finish
* Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail
* A strong communicator who enjoys client contact
* Proactive and eager to build a specialist practice within a growing team
Crucially, this is a role for someone who wants more than just traditional property work, someone who is energised by the idea of contributing to real-world infrastructure development and long-term sector growth.
The Firm & Package
* A respected Top 50 law firm with a supportive, people-first culture
* Highly competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible/hybrid working model
* Genuine long-term career development within a thriving team
* Exposure to nationally significant clients and transactions
* A collaborative, ambitious and forward-thinking environment
This is a standout opportunity for a driven property solicitor to specialise in a vital, future-focused area of law, within a team and firm that will invest in your career for the long term.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.
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