Senior Associate - Residential Real Estate

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Residential Real Estate Solicitor to join a highly regarded team acting for high net worth individuals, landed estates, family-owned businesses, developers and private clients on a broad range of premium residential property matters.

The team advises on some of the most complex and high-value residential transactions in the market, combining technical excellence with a practical, client-focused approach. The practice is recognised for its expertise across prime London and country house transactions, residential portfolio management, development work and private wealth related property matters.

Key Responsibilities

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• Advising high net worth individuals on the acquisition, disposal and financing of residential properties.
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• Managing complex freehold and leasehold transactions involving prime urban and country properties.
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• Advising individuals, estates and family-owned property businesses on the management of residential and mixed-use portfolios.
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• Supporting private wealth and family clients on property restructuring, tax-driven transfers, matrimonial arrangements, probate assets and private lending security.
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• Acting for developers on site acquisitions, development projects and plot sales.
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• Advising landlords and leaseholders on collective enfranchisement and Right to Manage matters.
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• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, intermediaries and professional advisers.
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Candidate Profile

You will be a Residential Real Estate Solicitor with at least 6 years' PQE and a proven track record of handling high-value residential property matters gained within a leading regional, national or City practice.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

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• Strong technical residential property expertise.
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• Experience acting for high net worth and private clients.
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• Excellent client relationship and business development skills.
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• A pragmatic and commercial approach to advice.
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• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
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This role offers exposure to exceptional quality work, a collaborative team culture and genuine opportunities for career progression.