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Senior Associate (Lawyer) - Commercial Real Estate

London Permanent View Job Description
This is a senior opportunity for a 7+ PQE solicitor to lead and grow a Commercial Property team while delivering high-quality client service and supporting strategic business goals. The role combines technical expertise, team leadership, and business development in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
  • Leading work with a top tier firm
  • Opportunity for growth and development

About Our Client

Our client is a progressive, top 100 UK law firm with offices across London, the South West, and Thames Valley. Known for its inclusive, people-first culture, the firm supports over 620 professionals across 36 specialist areas. It is committed to unlocking potential and creating lasting positive impact for clients, colleagues, and communities.

Job Description

This role is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of departmental growth, support junior colleagues, and contribute to the firm's strategic goals.You'll work on a broad range of commercial property matters, build strong client relationships, and play a key role in business development and client acquisition. You'll be required to:

  • Deliver high-quality, profitable legal work across your own matters
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referrers
  • Support the Head of Department in achieving business plan objectives
  • Provide clear, commercially sound legal advice
  • Make decisions independently, escalating only complex or novel issues
  • Develop your profile as a sector expert

The Successful Applicant

  • UK-qualified solicitor with 7+ years PQE in commercial property
  • Strong experience in a Real Estate team within private practice
  • Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver excellent service
  • Track record of successful business development activity
  • Commercially minded and confident in pricing and scoping work
  • Collaborative team player with leadership potential

What's on Offer

  • UK-qualified solicitor with 7+ years PQE in commercial property
  • Strong experience in a Real Estate team within private practice
  • Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver excellent service
  • Track record of successful business development activity
  • Commercially minded and confident in pricing and scoping work
  • Collaborative team player with leadership potential
Contact
Nick Barker
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6846805
Phone number
+442072692103

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Property / Construction - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nick Barker
Consultant phone
+442072692103
Job reference
JN-092025-6846805