Senior Real Estate Lawyer in Birmingham

Location: Birmingham

Reference: 0450

Our client, a top tier UK law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Principal Associate to join their highly regarded Real Estate team in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognised real estate practice, working on high-quality matters, advising major clients, and contributing to the ongoing growth of a market leading team.

The successful candidate will handle a broad mix of general and specialist non-contentious commercial property work. You will:

• Manage your own caseload of complex and high-value transactions
• Deliver clear, commercially focused advice across a wide range of property matters
• Supervise junior fee earners and support their development
• Work closely with partners on strategic and innovative projects

You will advise an impressive roster of clients across both the private and public sectors, gaining exposure to the full spectrum of commercial real estate work. Expect early responsibility, direct client contact, and a stimulating variety of matters from day one.

The Birmingham team has recognised expertise in advising:

• Universities and academic institutions
• Healthcare organisations
• Government and wider public sector bodies
• Corporate occupiers

You will also collaborate with the firm's Corporate & Commercial group, providing real estate input on corporate transactions, financing matters and multi-disciplinary projects.

Work will also involve close interaction with construction, planning, real estate disputes, tax, corporate, environmental and procurement teams, as well as colleagues across the firm's national Built Environment sector.

Joining our client offers:

• A diverse and high-quality caseload across major property transactions and strategic advisory work
• Immediate engagement with key clients
• The chance to work on market-leading projects with prestigious organisations
• A collaborative, supportive culture that values professional development and client excellence

Our client's Real Estate practice is one of the largest in the UK, with over 100 lawyers nationwide. They are trusted legal partners to leading businesses, universities, NHS organisations and government bodies.

In Birmingham, you will work closely with a talented group of real estate specialists and experienced partners, forming part of a wider national service line with a strong reputation for excellence.

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered. Full details of core benefits are available upon request.

Offers of employment are subject to standard pre employment checks, which include (but are not limited to):

• Basic DBS
• Right to work verification
• Three-year employment history check
• Character and suitability self declaration

Full details of the process can be provided.

Our client is a leading UK law firm recognised for delivering outstanding service to clients, fostering a collaborative culture, and supporting the development of their people. They are ranked among the UK's top firms and have received multiple accolades for their commitment to employee wellbeing, diversity, and workplace culture.

Their values emphasise ambition, openness, collaboration and care-principles that shape their work and the way they support their people.

They are committed to creating an inclusive environment, offering flexibility, and ensuring everyone can perform at their best. Adjustments and flexible working requests are welcomed.

If you're looking to take the next step in your real estate career within a supportive, top-performing national practice, we encourage you to apply early, as this vacancy may close once sufficient applications have been received.

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