Real Estate Solicitor

Real Estate Solicitor | London | 1-3PQE | National Law Firm BCL Legal are working with a leading national law firm to source a Solicitor (1-3 PQE) to join their Real Estate - 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: - Managing a caseload of commercial property matters, including drafting and negotiating leases, agreements for leases, licences, and deeds of easement. - Overseeing portfolio lease reviews for housing clients, ensuring all commercial arrangements are aligned with client objectives. - Collaborating closely with the firm's property litigation team to manage disputes, such as landlord-tenant issues, rent arrears, and notices. - Advising on the freehold sale and acquisition of commercial premises, ensuring that all transactions align with clients' strategic goals. - Supporting the Development Team with commercial property aspects of large-scale regeneration and development projects, including advising on land acquisition and site development structures. - Engaging in electronic communications agreements, with a focus on housing clients as tenants. - Providing legal and technical support to paralegals, ensuring deadlines for exchanges are met and all client objectives are achieved. - Liaising with clients to advise on the regulatory requirements for affordable housing projects, including funding and contractual structures specific to the housing sector. - Contributing to business development efforts, including client training and internal knowledge-sharing sessions. Requirements: - 1-3 years PQE in commercial property, real estate development, or a related field. Strong experience in property law, including both leasehold and freehold matters, site acquisition, and property development. - Familiarity with affordable housing regulation and the legal frameworks surrounding housing associations and social housing development. - 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.