We are seeking a talented and ambitious Commercial Real Estate Associate (2–4 years’ PQE) to join our client’s market-leading team in Guildford. The successful candidate will join a supportive, collaborative group that is widely recognised for the quality and breadth of its commercial property work.

Firm Overview

You will join a firm that combines professional excellence with a truly supportive and inclusive culture. Recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2024, they offer a workplace where collaboration, inclusion, and progression are actively encouraged.

Recent accolades include:

* Shortlisted – Women, Influence & Power in Law UK 2024

* Highly Commended – Legal Business Awards 2023 & SLS Legal Awards 2023

* Shortlisted – The British Legal Awards 2023 & The Lawyer Awards 2023

* Office awarded RICS SKA Silver Certification and Fitwel 2 Star Accreditation

They are committed to diversity and inclusion, with recognised initiatives that foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Flexible Working

They offer agile and hybrid working options, recognising the importance of flexibility for maintaining a positive work-life balance.

Role and Responsibilities:

* Advising clients on a wide range of commercial real estate transactions from inception to completion

* Acting for a diverse client base including property companies, REITs, funds, PLCs, and high-net-worth individuals

* Supporting partners and senior colleagues on complex transactions, while also leading your own matters with minimal supervision

* Contributing to the team’s marketing and business development activities, including client events, seminars, and networking

* Participating in internal training and knowledge-sharing sessions to support continuous professional development

* Working with a range of internal stakeholders including KSLs, paralegals, and trainees to ensure smooth matter progression and

* Excellent client service

Ideal candidates will have:

* Strong academic credentials and experience gained at a major City, national or leading regional law firm

* Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working in teams across multiple disciplines

* Experience handling a broad spectrum of commercial property transactions, ideally with exposure to several of the following areas:

* Development

* Investment

* Corporate occupier matters (retail, office, industrial)

* Real estate finance

* Exposure to sectors such as logistics, retail, hospitality, healthcare, or residential development

* A desire to take early responsibility, coupled with the confidence to manage matters with appropriate supervision

* A proactive attitude toward business development, marketing initiatives, and client relationship management..

This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercial property lawyer to build a rewarding career within a Chambers-ranked and Legal 500 Band 1 team, in a firm that offers clear pathways for advancement and recognises individual contributions

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