Full job descriptionI am working with a leading international law firm on an opportunity for a Real Estate Associate to join its highly regarded Transactional Property team in Manchester.
This is a slightly different proposition to your typical private practice role, offering the chance to work as a dedicated legal resource for a major UK client within a structured client delivery model - in short, more of an in-house role within a private practice team, working directly with one major client.
The Opportunity
Rather than managing a broad spread of unrelated clients, you will work closely with one major client, developing a genuine understanding of their business, property portfolio and wider commercial objectives.
The role will involve a mix of asset management, lettings and transactional property work, giving you the opportunity to build strong client relationships and take ownership of your own caseload.
There is also a real emphasis on work-life balance, with greater certainty around working hours and the flexibility to work primarily from home. Office attendance in Manchester is required at least twice a month, alongside occasional client visits.
Importantly, you will still benefit from the support, resources, training and career development opportunities of a leading UK law firm.
The Role
You will be responsible for a varied commercial property caseload, including:
*Drafting and negotiating leases and ancillary property documents.
*Managing landlord and tenant matters, lettings and ongoing asset management work.
*Handling tenant due diligence enquiries and lease management applications.
*Supporting acquisitions and disposals, including due diligence and completion processes.
*Managing your own matters, billing, WIP and financials.
*Supervising and supporting junior lawyers and paralegals.
*Building relationships with the client and external advisers.
*Working with the wider team to improve processes and deliver a consistent service.
The Team
You will be joining a large, highly regarded Transactional Real Estate team in Manchester.
The team is highly ranked and has an excellent reputation for its commercial and business-focused approach to property work. There is also a real appetite for innovation, with significant investment in legal technology and new ways of delivering legal services.
About You
*3+ PQE in commercial real estate.
*Strong experience across transactional property work, particularly landlord and tenant matters.
*Experience working with institutional landlords, major retailers or consumer-facing businesses would be advantageous.
*Comfortable managing a busy caseload and working within a structured team environment.
*Commercially minded, proactive and confident dealing directly with clients.
Why Consider It?
This is a great opportunity for a Real Estate lawyer who enjoys the quality of work and resources that come with a leading firm but would welcome a slightly different approach to private practice.
You can expect:
*The opportunity to work closely with a major UK client and develop genuine sector expertise.
*More predictable working hours and an improved work-life balance.
*Primarily remote working, with limited office attendance.
*High-quality work within a leading national Real Estate team.
*Ongoing training, support and long-term career development.
If you’re a Real Estate Associate in Manchester and would be interested in hearing a bit more, feel free to get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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