Real Estate Solicitor - Development

BCL Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Real Estate Solicitor/Associate

BCL Legal are working with a leading national law firm to source an Associate (2+ PQE) to join their Housing & Regeneration team in London. This role focuses on managing a diverse range of commercial property matters, with a specific emphasis on development projects and asset management for housing clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for handling key aspects of property law, with a focus on both transactional and advisory work. Specific responsibilities include:

1. Managing a caseload of commercial property matters, including drafting and negotiating leases, agreements for leases, licences, and deeds of easement.
2. Overseeing portfolio lease reviews for housing clients, ensuring all commercial arrangements are aligned with client objectives.
3. Collaborating closely with the firm's property litigation team to manage disputes, such as landlord-tenant issues, rent arrears, and notices.
4. Advising on the freehold sale and acquisition of commercial premises, ensuring that all transactions align with clients' strategic goals.
5. Supporting the Development Team with commercial property aspects of large-scale regeneration and development projects, including advising on land acquisition and site development structures.
6. Engaging in electronic communications agreements, with a focus on housing clients as tenants.
7. Providing legal and technical support to paralegals, ensuring deadlines for exchanges are met and all client objectives are achieved.
8. Liaising with clients to advise on the regulatory requirements for affordable housing projects, including funding and contractual structures specific to the housing sector.
9. Contributing to business development efforts, including client training and internal knowledge-sharing sessions.

Requirements:

1. 2+ years PQE in commercial property, real estate development, or a related field.
2. Strong experience in property law, including both leasehold and freehold matters, site acquisition, and property development.
3. Familiarity with affordable housing regulation and the legal frameworks surrounding housing associations and social housing development.
4. The ability to work collaboratively across teams, particularly with planning, construction, and procurement departments, to ensure successful project outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity to further your career within a leading firm, working on significant projects in the housing and regeneration sectors. The firm offers a supportive, dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

For further information, contact Soph Memhi at BCL Legal.