Real Estate (Commercial Development) Senior/Principal Associate

Real Estate (Commercial Development & Investment) Senior / Principal Associate | 5+ PQE | Leading International Law Firm | Birmingham/Hybrid BCL Legal is delighted to be working with a leading international law firm seeking to recruit a Senior or Principal Associate into its highly regarded Commercial Development & Investment team in Birmingham. This is a standout opportunity to work on major, high-profile development projects as part of one of the UK's largest and most respected real estate practices. The Opportunity You will join a specialist Commercial Development & Investment team, working on complex, large-scale development schemes alongside experienced Partners and multidisciplinary teams. The role offers a broad mix of development, investment and general commercial property work. Your role will include:

• Advising on major, multi-disciplinary development projects across the UK
• Drafting and negotiating development agreements, joint ventures and collaboration agreements
• Handling options, promotion agreements and complex site assembly matters
• Advising on funding arrangements and disposals within development projects
• Assisting with acquisitions and disposals of investment assets
• Managing lettings, pre-lettings and asset management work
• Supporting on general commercial property transactions
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers
• Contributing to business development and client relationship management

You'll be part of a team known for delivering technically excellent, commercial and pragmatic advice on some of the UK's most significant real estate developments. About You We're looking for someone who is:

• 5+ PQE with strong experience in commercial real estate, ideally with a focus on development and investment
• Technically strong, with experience working on complex or large-scale transactions
• Confident managing their own caseload and meeting tight deadlines
• Experienced in drafting and negotiating bespoke agreements
• Comfortable supervising and mentoring junior team members
• A strong communicator with a collaborative and proactive approach
• Commercially astute, with the ability to deliver practical, solutions-focused advice
• Interested in building client relationships and contributing to business development

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a top-tier, market-leading real estate practice
• Exposure to high-profile, large-scale development projects
• A senior role with genuine responsibility and client interaction
• Highly competitive salary and bonus, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including:

o Private medical insurance (with option to add family) o Generous pension contribution o Life assurance o 25 days' holiday with option to buy more o Hybrid and flexible working options o Modern Birmingham city centre office o Sabbatical opportunities o Ongoing training and career development o A genuinely inclusive and supportive working culture Ready to Apply? If you're an experienced real estate lawyer looking to work on high-profile development projects within a leading international firm, apply now - we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this Commercial Development & Investment Senior / Principal Associate role, please contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal.