Real Estate Senior Associate

Real Estate Senior Associate - London

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Real Estate Senior Associate to join a thriving property team at a forward-thinking West End law firm in London. This role offers the chance to work on high-quality transactions, manage junior team members, and actively contribute to the team's growth and reputation, with a clear pathway toward Partnership.

The Role:

- Manage your own caseload with minimal supervision, including acquisitions and disposals of commercial property, both freehold and leasehold.
- Handle development projects (commercial and residential), property finance transactions (bridging, mezzanine, and development finance), and restructuring matters.
- Negotiate and draft option agreements, conditional contracts, and complex landlord and tenant agreements, including new leases, assignments, and renewals.
- Actively participate in business development initiatives, client retention strategies, and efforts to grow the team's reputation within the market.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members, fostering their technical and professional development.
- Share knowledge and lead learning initiatives within the team.

About the Team:

The Property team is a collaborative group of 20 professionals, including 4 partners and 11 legal specialists. The team is renowned for delivering high-quality work for high-net-worth clients, developers, investors, corporate occupiers, and lenders. They have established a reputation for excellence across commercial property, development, and finance work.

Candidate Requirements:

- At least 6 years' PQE in commercial property within private practice.
- Strong technical expertise and first-rate drafting skills across a broad range of real estate matters.
- A proactive, self-motivated approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrable experience in managing and mentoring junior team members.
- Commercial acumen and the ability to provide pragmatic, client-focused advice.
- Strong financial awareness, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
- A growth mindset and enthusiasm for business development and networking opportunities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, with the ability to adapt to new systems quickly.

What's on Offer:

- The chance to work on varied, high-value transactions for a prestigious client base.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment with a focus on career progression.
- The opportunity to grow your technical expertise while building your personal brand within the market.
- A platform to develop a following or further grow an existing client base.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and growing real estate team.

Apply now to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.