Senior Associate - Commercial Real Estate

Overview

We are seeking a talented and ambitious Associate (5+ years' PQE) to join our growing Commercial Real Estate team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic and commercially minded lawyer looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and senior lawyers across a broad range of high-quality real estate matters for investors, developers, landlords, occupiers and financial institutions.

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical ability with energy, initiative and a genuine enthusiasm for building client relationships and helping to grow a successful practice.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on acquisitions, disposals and portfolio transactions.
• Acting on landlord and tenant matters, including leasing, asset management and strategic portfolio advice.
• Supporting development and regeneration projects.
• Advising on the real estate aspects of corporate and finance transactions.
• Taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of transactions.
• Building strong and lasting client relationships through excellent service delivery.
• Identifying opportunities to develop new and existing client relationships.
• Contributing to business development initiatives, networking events and profile-raising activities.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate.
• Working collaboratively across practice areas to deliver joined-up, commercial advice.

Essential & Desirable Criteria

The successful candidate will:

• Be qualified as a solicitor in England & Wales with approximately 5+ years' post-qualification experience in commercial real estate.
• Have strong technical skills and experience gained at a recognised real estate practice.
• Be commercially aware and solution-driven.
• Be proactive, energetic and highly motivated, with a willingness to take ownership of matters and drive them forward.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Have the confidence to engage directly with clients and become a trusted adviser.
• Be ambitious, career-focused and keen to play an active role in the continued growth of the team.
• Enjoy networking and business development and be enthusiastic about building a personal profile in the market.
• Be a team player who contributes positively to the culture and success of the wider practice.

Beyond technical excellence, we are looking for someone with drive, initiative and a genuine desire to succeed. This role would suit a "go-getter" who is keen to take responsibility, embrace opportunities and build a long-term career within a growing and entrepreneurial team.

The successful candidate will have the ambition not only to advise clients on transactions but also to contribute meaningfully to the development of client relationships, the growth of the practice and their own progression within the firm.

The firm operates a discretionary hybrid agile working policy allowing employees to work from home (or another UK location) for up to 50% of their time. Individuals can also apply for other flexible working options either at the time of recruitment or during the course of their employment. 

At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here. We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact [email protected]