Real Estate Lawyer

Real Estate Lawyer | International Law Firm | City of London A leading UK law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its highly regarded London Real Estate team. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced commercial property lawyer looking to step into a senior associate role with genuine responsibility, profile-building opportunities, and a clear pathway towards partnership. The team is recognised as a market leader in real estate transactions and advises on some of the most significant and high-profile property projects in the UK, acting for major investors, developers, funders and occupiers across all asset classes. Following a sustained period of growth, the firm is looking to strengthen its London real estate capability with the addition of a Senior Associate. You will manage your own matters while working closely with partners on large-scale, complex and high-value transactions. This role is particularly well suited to lawyers who have begun to develop a specialism within commercial property whether investment, development, funding or asset management and are now looking to deepen that expertise while maintaining a broad and high-quality practice. In addition to fee-earning, you will play a meaningful role in supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, contributing to team development and positioning yourself as a senior voice within the practice. The Team: - One of the largest and most established real estate practices in the UK - Advises UK and international clients across investment, development, funding and asset management - Acts on landmark developments and major portfolio transactions nationwide - Strong emphasis on innovation, efficiency and the use of legal technology, including document automation, collaboration platforms and AI-enabled tools - Collegiate, collaborative culture with real investment in people and long-term careers Key Responsibilities: - Leading and managing commercial real estate transactions from instruction through to completion - Advising on investment acquisitions and disposals, development projects, funding arrangements and asset management work - Working closely with partners on complex, high-value matters - Managing large-scale transactions and coordinating junior team members and paralegals - Supervising, mentoring and developing associates and trainees - Playing an active role in client relationship management and business development - Supporting the strategic growth and evolution of the London real estate practice About You: - UK-qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in commercial property / real estate - Strong experience across investment, development, funding and/or asset management - Commercial, solutions-focused approach with strong technical skills - Confident managing stakeholders and advising sophisticated clients - Organised and effective at running multiple matters simultaneously - Genuinely interested in business development and building a long-term practice - Ambitious, collaborative and keen to take on leadership responsibility Why Consider This Role? - High-calibre real estate work for top-tier UK and international clients - Clear step up into a Managing Associate position with influence and visibility - Real scope to develop a specialism and build your market profile - Strong support for progression towards partnership - Forward-thinking environment that embraces innovation and technology - Competitive remuneration and benefits This is an excellent opportunity for a senior real estate associate who wants more responsibility, greater client exposure, and a defined platform for career progression within a leading London practice. For a confidential discussion about the role or to explore whether it could be the right next step, please get in touch. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.