Real Estate Associate

Real Estate Commercial Development & Investment Associate | NQ to 2 PQE | Top-Tier International Law Firm | Birmingham/Hybrid BCL Legal is delighted to be working with a leading international law firm that is looking to add a junior Commercial Development & Investment Associate (NQ-2 PQE) to its highly ranked Birmingham real estate team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on market-leading development and investment matters across the UK - from major logistics hubs to cutting-edge mixed-use schemes. The Opportunity Join a nationally recognised real estate practice at the forefront of complex, high-value transactions. You'll be part of a collaborative and well-resourced team, working alongside experts in the field and advising blue-chip clients across a broad range of sectors, including logistics, office, industrial, and mixed-use. Your role will include:

• Handling the acquisition and disposal of development land and investment assets (both leasehold and freehold), often with complex title and contract issues.
• Advising on pre-lets, development structures, and sale-and-leasebacks.
• Drafting and negotiating leases, transfers, agreements for lease, certificates of title, and other key documents.
• Running due diligence processes, including title reviews, searches, client reports, and completion formalities.
• Advising on development finance and investment funding structures.
• Collaborating with clients, surveyors, agents, and internal specialists to deliver high-quality, commercial outcomes.
• Participating in client events, training sessions, and BD initiatives, particularly in the logistics and industrial sectors.

About You We're looking for someone who is:

• NQ to 2 years PQE, with experience in commercial real estate, ideally with exposure to development or investment work.
• Technically strong, with a solid understanding of the legal and commercial aspects of real estate transactions.
• Commercially minded, with excellent drafting and client-handling skills.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple matters with accuracy and professionalism.
• A team player who enjoys collaboration and building relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
• Keen to develop sector expertise and get involved in wider practice growth.

What's on Offer

• Work with one of the UK's top real estate practices, consistently recognised for innovation and excellence.
• Competitive salary and bonus, with a full suite of benefits including:

o Private medical cover & pension o Income protection & life assurance o 25 days' holiday plus the ability to buy more o Hybrid working policy with genuine flexibility o Access to a modern, centrally located Birmingham office o Career development and training at every stage o A vibrant, inclusive culture with regular social and wellbeing events Ready to Apply? If you're a junior lawyer with a passion for commercial real estate and looking to build your career in a top-tier firm, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this Commercial Development & Investment Associate role, please contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal.