Real Estate Lawyer

Real Estate Associate - Regeneration, Development, and Infrastructure | Birmingham/Hybrid Working | 3+ PQE | International Law Firm A leading international law firm is looking for an experienced and commercially minded Real Estate Associate to join its Regeneration, Development, and Infrastructure team based in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile regeneration and infrastructure projects, particularly in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. You'll be advising public and private sector clients on major projects that have a significant national impact. The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for a Real Estate Associate with 3+ years of PQE to work alongside a dynamic team on large-scale regeneration, infrastructure, and utility projects. You will play an integral role in advising clients on a wide range of property-related legal matters, contributing to high-value projects that shape cities and communities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key property agreements, such as leases, easements, wayleaves, licences, and land acquisition documents.
• Advising on land rights, title issues, and conducting due diligence.
• Supporting land access and property rights for major infrastructure projects, such as energy grid upgrades and utility installations.
• Assisting with land assembly and securing necessary consents for utility and energy projects.
• Negotiating third-party rights and consents for infrastructure development.
• Providing legal project management support to ensure timely and efficient delivery of services.

What We're Looking For: We are seeking a qualified solicitor with a strong background in commercial real estate law, ideally with experience in the regeneration, development, and infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will be a proactive, solutions-driven lawyer with excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Key Requirements:

• 3+ years PQE as a qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
• Solid experience in commercial real estate law, particularly in the context of regeneration, development, or infrastructure.
• Experience working with public sector bodies or in regulated industries.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and work collaboratively across different teams.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working with flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, cutting-edge projects with national and international clients.
• A supportive and inclusive firm culture that encourages professional growth and development.
• Clear career progression opportunities and training to help you progress to senior levels.

Why Join? This role presents an excellent opportunity for a driven and ambitious Real Estate Associate to join a market-leading firm with a reputation for handling complex regeneration, infrastructure, and development work. If you are passionate about real estate and keen to work on projects that make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. For more information or to apply, please contact Angharad Warren for a confidential discussion.