Posted: 15 June
The role
Associate / Senior Associate – Commercial Real Estate
Edinburgh | Hybrid Working
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Associate (6+ PQE) to join a highly regarded and growing Edinburgh-based real estate team.
This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-profile development transactions across Scotland, advising a strong client base that includes residential developers, housing associations, landowners, care home operators and investors. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting residential-led development projects that contribute to addressing Scotland’s housing needs.
The Opportunity
You will join a collaborative and supportive team with a strong market reputation in commercial real estate and development work. The position offers genuine scope for progression alongside exposure to sophisticated transactions and direct client engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a broad range of commercial real estate transactionsLeading land acquisition and disposal deals for private developers and public sector clientsAdvising on greenfield and brownfield developments, turnkey and golden brick transactionsDrafting and negotiating development-related agreements including: Promotion Agreements Option Agreements Joint Venture Agreements Preparing Deeds of Conditions and DMS documentation for new developmentsSupporting corporate transactions through property due diligence workAssisting with supervision and development of junior team membersAbout You
The ideal candidate will have:
A minimum of 6 years’ PQE within commercial real estateStrong technical knowledge of Scottish property lawExperience handling transactions from instruction to completionA commercial and proactive approach to client workExcellent drafting, negotiation and communication skillsExperience in development, investment, asset management and/or corporate support workStrong client relationship management skillsWhat’s on Offer
High-quality and varied commercial real estate workClear career progression opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative team cultureCompetitive salary and benefits packageFlexible and hybrid working arrangementsOngoing professional development opportunitiesFor a confidential discussion or to learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch with Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email jill@lusona.co.uk
