Real Estate Counsel

The Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a senior commercial property solicitor to join a growing and ambitious business at Associate Director or Director level.

Due to increasing client demand and long-term growth plans, the firm is looking for an experienced commercial real estate lawyer to lead and develop its commercial property offering in Manchester.

This is a genuine platform role with the opportunity to shape and grow a team, develop key client relationships and play a major part in the wider growth of the business, with full backing from a well-established professional services group and existing referral network.

Director level within the business is comparable to Partner level within a more traditional law firm structure, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a senior leadership position with real autonomy and influence.

The role would suit a commercially minded senior lawyer looking for more autonomy, leadership responsibility and the opportunity to build something long term.

The Role

You will play a key role in the development and leadership of the commercial property team, advising on a broad range of real estate matters while helping drive the growth of the practice.

Work will include:

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• Acquisitions and disposals
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• Landlord and tenant matters
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• Commercial leases and licences
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• Portfolio management
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• Property finance transactions
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• Real estate support on corporate transactions including M&A and demergers
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You will also:

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• Help shape the strategy and direction of the commercial property offering
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• Develop and grow client relationships across existing and new business
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• Work closely with colleagues across the wider business and professional network
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• Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team
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• Take an active role in business development, networking and profile-raising activities
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Experience dealing with distressed real estate matters would be advantageous but is not essential.

Requirements

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• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
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• Around 8+ years’ PQE in commercial property
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• Strong technical experience across a broad range of commercial real estate matters
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• Experience supporting corporate transactions from a real estate perspective
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• Background in property finance work would be beneficial
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• Comfortable supervising junior lawyers and helping develop a team
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• Strong commercial awareness and client relationship skills
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• Interest in business development and growing a practice
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Experience within the healthcare or education sectors would be advantageous but is not essential.

The Firm

The business offers a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment with strong existing referral networks and genuine scope for progression.

You will be joining a business that is continuing to invest heavily in growth, people and long-term development.

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