Title: Real Estate (Associate / Senior Associate) Lawyer 1-4PQE
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £60-72,000 DOE.
Are you an experienced Real Estate Lawyer looking for a new opportunity? Our client, a well-established organisation based in Birmingham, is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding Real Estate team, working on a range of general commercial property matters including a mix of development, investment, and occupiers work.
This team is highly regarded in the field, and is led by a Partner who is recognised as a Recommended Lawyer in The Legal 500 (2024 edition) and ranked as a leading Individual in Chambers & Partners (2024 edition). They bring vast experience as a transactional commercial property lawyer, handling large-scale projects and planning work.
As our client experiences a surge in client demand, they are seeking an additional lawyer to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with 1-4 years’ experience gained in a reputable regional or City firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload, delivering exceptional client service under minimal supervision. Flexibility to support the wider team and work across various workstreams is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
*Deliver outstanding client service and care consistently.
*Demonstrate financial competence and commercial awareness, including accurate time recording, billing, and achievement of firm targets.
*Actively contribute to business development opportunities to retain existing clients and foster business growth.
*Stay up to date with technical expertise at all times.
*Take accountability for personal development and continuously enhance interpersonal and soft skills.
*Fully comply with the SRA competence standards.
*Fulfil any other reasonable tasks as required.
The ideal candidate will have:
*Relevant previous experience and appropriate post-qualification experience (PQE).
*Strong commercial acumen and understanding of the industry and business.
*A proven track record in financial management, meeting client expectations, and excellent case management skills.
*Proficiency in IT skills, including case management systems, electronic time recording, and Microsoft packages.
*Self-motivation, a friendly demeanour, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
*Consistent demonstration and embodiment of the company’s values.
Some benefits alongside a competitive salary include:
*Hybrid working.
*Taking your growth seriously: They make sure everyone feels connected through a clear progression pathway and ongoing mentoring. Their modern training is rounded, relevant and focused on unlocking your potential.
*Recognising what you do: When you do great work, it gets noticed. You receive excellent career development and their rewards and benefits are among the best in the market.
*Taking care of you: They combine a high-performance culture with a caring one, where your well-being and work-life balance are taken seriously.
If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career with a highly regarded organisation, we want to hear from you. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and the chance to work with a talented team on exciting projects. Join our client’s Real Estate team by applying today.
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