Real Estate Associate

Real Estate Associate | London Our client, a full-service UK law firm with a reputation for excellence, is seeking a Real Estate Associate to join its expanding team. This is a standout role for a commercially minded lawyer looking to work on high-profile matters across the retail, leisure, serviced office, and property investment sectors. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified real estate solicitor to join a nationally recognised law firm, ranked as one of the top 50 law firms in the UK advising top-tier clients on a broad range of commercial property matters. The role offers high-quality work, client-facing responsibility, and clear scope for career development within a supportive and collaborative environment. As a Real Estate Associate, you will: - Advise on the acquisition and disposal of commercial real estate assets, including retail units, industrial properties, and office developments. - Support clients on full life-cycle asset management, including lease negotiations, renewals, terminations, and landlord/tenant matters. - Handle business lease renewals, new store development, and real estate issues tied to wider corporate transactions. - Lead or contribute to large-scale store rollout programmes and support clients with cross-border property strategy. - Collaborate closely with colleagues across construction, planning, property litigation, corporate, and finance to deliver a seamless, full-service offering. - Play a key role in developing client relationships and participating in business development initiatives, including educational and networking events. Candidate Requirements: - You will be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 3-7 years' PQE in commercial real estate. - You'll have a strong background in landlord and tenant work, acquisitions and disposals, and ideally some exposure to corporate support. - Experience working with retail, leisure, or investor clients will be highly regarded, but is not essential. - You are commercially astute, collaborative, and eager to take ownership of client relationships. - You are committed to delivering technically sound, commercially practical advice with a strong client-service ethos. The Opportunity: - Reputation & Reach: The firm is recognised nationally for its top-tier real estate practice, advising a diverse client base that includes international retailers, property funds, hotel operators, financial institutions, and luxury brands. - Market-Leading Work: Work on complex, high-value real estate transactions across the UK, including investment acquisitions, portfolio management, store rollouts, and asset management. - Client Exposure: Enjoy direct client contact with household names, entrepreneurial investors, and corporate occupiers, supporting their strategic property goals. - Collaborative Culture: Join a close-knit team that values collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and the development of long-term client relationships. - Career Development: Benefit from a structured progression pathway, excellent mentoring, and a commitment to your long-term professional growth. - Flexible Working: The firm offers hybrid working options, promoting a healthy work-life balance alongside a high-quality caseload. If you're a real estate lawyer looking to take your career to the next level in a firm that offers quality work, high-level client access, and real potential for progression, we'd love to hear from you. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.