Residential Real Estate Associate (1-2 PQE)
We are working with a well established and highly regarded City law firm seeking a Residential Real Estate Associate to join their London office. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer to join a respected property team handling high quality residential transactions for a broad client base.
The firm is looking for a motivated and detail oriented Associate with 1-2 years' PQE to work closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers on a varied caseload of residential property matters.
The Firm
The Residential Real Estate Associate will join a reputable City based law firm known for its strong real estate practice and client focused approach. The firm advises a wide range of clients including high net worth individuals, property investors, developers and private clients on residential property transactions across London and the South East.
The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality legal advice while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working culture. Associates benefit from direct partner exposure, structured development and the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility early in their careers.
This is a full time position based in the firm's London office.
The Role
The Residential Property team advises on a broad range of residential real estate matters, including high value sales and purchases, investment properties and development related transactions.
The successful Associate will assist on transactions from instruction through to completion while developing strong client relationships and technical expertise.
The role will include:
Advising clients on residential property sales and purchases
Handling freehold and leasehold transactions
Assisting with high value and complex residential property matters
Drafting and reviewing contracts, reports on title and related documentation
Managing due diligence and reviewing search results
Liaising with clients, estate agents, lenders and other solicitors
Supporting partners and senior lawyers on more complex transactions
Assisting with completion processes and post completion matters
The Residential Real Estate Associate
You will be a proactive and commercially aware lawyer looking to develop your career within a respected City real estate practice.
The Residential Real Estate Associate will have:
1-2 years' PQE within a residential property or real estate team
Experience handling residential conveyancing matters
Strong drafting and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
Confidence liaising with clients and third parties
Ability to manage competing priorities within a busy transactional environment
Experience gained at a recognised City, regional or specialist property law firm is preferred.
In return ?
Competitive salary and benefits package
Exposure to high quality residential property transactions
Opportunity to work closely with experienced real estate partners
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Clear opportunity to develop within a respected City property practice
If you are a Residential Real Estate Associate considering your next opportunity, please contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law on