Competitive Salary DOE | Hybrid | Exeter
A leading national law firm, recognised within the UK Top 50, is seeking an accomplished Senior Real Estate Lawyer to join their expanding Exeter office. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, long-standing client relationships, and commitment to excellence across all practice areas. With an ambitious growth strategy and a supportive, forward-thinking environment, this is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of a high-performing Real Estate practice.
The Role
This is a senior-level position within a thriving Commercial Property team, offering genuine influence and leadership. The successful candidate will take a key role in driving the firm’s growth in the South West, fostering relationships, and delivering strategic legal advice across a broad portfolio of Real Estate matters.
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Real Estate Lawyer:
- Lead and manage complex, high-value Real Estate transactions across development, investment, and strategic land.
- Provide expert, strategic legal advice to a diverse client base including developers, investors, landowners, and lenders.
- Drive business development initiatives and nurture long-term client and referrer relationships across the South West.
- Mentor, supervise, and develop junior lawyers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Requirements of the Senior Real Estate Lawyer:
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with significant post-qualification experience in Real Estate law.
- Proven record advising on complex commercial property matters, ideally with regional visibility or a client following.
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team development capabilities.
- Commercially astute, collaborative, and aligned with values of inclusivity, pragmatism, and professionalism.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Genuine partnership prospects or immediate entry to partnership, depending on experience.
- Opportunity to influence the strategic growth of a highly respected national firm.
- Supportive, flexible, and inclusive working culture with hybrid working options.
This is a rare opportunity to take a senior, strategic role within a dynamic and growing Real Estate practice.
Note on Sponsorship: We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
Recruitment Consultant: Clodagh Murphy
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