Real Estate Associate

Real Estate Associate | Top 50 UK Law Firm | City of London An award-winning UK law firm with an established international footprint is seeking a talented Real Estate Associate to join its highly regarded London team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial property solicitor who's looking to work with high-calibre clients, enjoy genuine career progression, and benefit from the support of a collaborative and well resourced national property group. This leading national firm is recognised across The Legal 500 and Chambers UK for its expertise across a broad range of commercial practice areas. With a strong culture of collaboration and innovation, the firm advises major clients across sectors including real estate, retail, transport, healthcare, financial services, and logistics. You will join a successful and well-structured Real Estate team in London, part of a wider national property practice that includes specialist groups in Commercial Property, Real Estate Finance, Planning, Construction, and Real Estate Litigation. You will work alongside respected partners and senior lawyers on a varied and high-quality caseload, acting for developers, investors, landlords, tenants, and funders. The role offers excellent exposure and scope to build your own client relationships and develop a clear career path within the firm. Key Responsibilities: - Advising on acquisitions and disposals of investment and development property, including sale and leaseback transactions. - Negotiating leases and landlord and tenant documentation for both landlords and occupiers. - Handling the acquisition of development sites and negotiating development agreements. - Supervising junior colleagues on portfolio management, including licences, consents, and renewals. - Reviewing and advising on title and heads of terms. - Coordinating with other teams such as Corporate, Banking, and Construction on cross-departmental transactions. Candidate Requirements: - Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with ideally 2-4 years' PQE in commercial real estate. - Solid experience across landlord and tenant, acquisitions, disposals, and development work. - Strong technical and client-handling skills, with a commercial and solutions-focused approach. - Proactive, collaborative, and confident in managing client relationships. - Enthusiastic about business development and contributing to the continued growth of the team. You will be part of a progressive firm that genuinely invests in its people. Expect bespoke training and mentoring, clear progression pathways, and the chance to contribute to a thriving, inclusive culture built on trust, respect, collaboration, and innovation. The firm actively supports flexible and hybrid working, as well as those returning to private practice after time away. If you're a Real Estate Associate seeking to join a dynamic, forward-thinking national law firm with a strong London presence, we'd love to hear from you. Applications are welcomed from solicitors with relevant experience, including those from regional or boutique practices looking to take the next step in their career. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.