Description:

A top-tier legal team is seeking a Managing Associate with 4+ years' post-qualification experience in real estate to join their award-winning, high-performing Leeds office. This is a standout opportunity for a senior commercial property lawyer ready to level up their career, take on complex mandates, and help lead a successful team.

The Role:

You'll be joining an established transactional real estate practice with a strong UK and international client base. This team works on high-value deals across a wide range of sectors — from investors and developers to government bodies and corporate occupiers.

Expect a role that’s hands-on, client-facing, and packed with variety:

• Complex acquisitions, sales, leasing, and development deals

• Landlord and tenant matters

• Regeneration and infrastructure work

• Corporate support and property management

You’ll take the lead on headline-making transactions, mentor junior lawyers, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the practice.

What Makes This Unique

• Tier 1 team in a market-leading firm — you’ll be going head-to-head with the biggest names in the game

• Clear career progression opportunities to partnership track

• Exposure to blue-chip clients across diverse industries

• Option to broaden your experience or specialise in a specific real estate niche

• Collaborative, driven, and supportive environment that values long-term career development

Requirements:

• 4+ PQE in commercial real estate, ideally from a large or mid-tier firm

• Proven experience managing large-scale transactions

• Sharp drafting skills and commercial instinct

• A proactive mindset and natural leadership capabilities

• Ability to confidently engage with high-profile clients and stakeholders

• Ambition, resilience, and hunger to grow within a high-performing team

Bonus if you have:

• Experience supporting corporate M&A deals with real estate elements

• Involvement in energy, infrastructure, or public sector real estate work

Location: Leeds
Seniority: Managing Associate
Sector: Real Estate – Commercial Transactions
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Salary: 0 - 0

Start Date: 04-06-2025

Adress: 60 Chiswell St

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to contribute to a successful project, we encourage you to apply.

For further information on the role please contact Cameron on 0191 917 4740