Commercial Real Estate Associate – Leading Regional Firm
Location: Surrey
PQE: Ideally 2-4 years
Term: Permanent
Hours: Full-time / Part-time
The Opportunity An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a talented and ambitious Commercial Real Estate Associate (2-4 PQE) to join a highly respected and collegiate team at a leading regional firm. This is a chance to be part of a practice widely recognised for its expertise, working alongside a team of five partners and 14 lawyers in a thriving environment.
Recognised as one of the foremost real estate teams in the Southeast outside of London, this group is highly ranked by leading independent legal directories. With extensive support from knowledge specialists, paralegals, and trainees, as well as access to cutting-edge legal resources, this is a role designed for a lawyer who wants to excel.
The Role You will work on a diverse range of real estate matters within a 37-strong department, collaborating with teams specialising in dispute resolution, construction, and environmental law. Key areas of expertise include:
The client base is varied, encompassing property companies, funds, listed REITs, household name PLCs, international businesses, and high-net-worth private clients. The team has broad sector experience, including industrial and logistics, retail, hospitality and leisure, healthcare, and residential development.
The Ideal Candidate This role is suited to a driven, commercially minded solicitor with:
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Strong academics and high-quality experience from a leading City, national, or regional practice.
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Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple partners and team members.
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The confidence to manage cases with minimal supervision while also benefitting from strong coaching and supervision.
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A proactive approach to business development, with a desire to contribute to the firm’s growth and client relationships.
The Benefits This firm is known for investing in its people and providing a first-class working environment. The successful candidate will benefit from:
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Competitive base salary
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Pension scheme (5% employer contribution)
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Private medical insurance
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Life assurance and permanent health insurance
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Travel allowance or car parking reimbursement
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Interest-free season ticket or parking permit loan
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Enhanced maternity/paternity pay (after qualifying period)
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Comprehensive flexible benefits package, including:
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Critical illness insurance
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Holiday buy/sell scheme
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Dental insurance
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Cycle to work scheme
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Discounted gym memberships and shopping
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Profit share and discretionary bonus schemes
Why Join? This firm offers an exceptional working environment where collaboration, inclusivity, and career development are central to its ethos. Recognised for excellence and innovation, it has received accolades in The Times Best Law Firms 2024 and been shortlisted for prestigious industry awards.
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the firm’s culture, with an ongoing commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. This is an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Real Estate Associate to take the next step in their career within a supportive and ambitious team.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact us today.
