Associate, Real Estate
Company
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
9/9/2025
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Associate, Real Estate
London
About Ashurst
Ashurst is a leading progressive global law firm with a rich history spanning more than 200 years. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law.
With offices across the globe, we offer the reach, insight and career opportunities of a truly integrated global network that is built on our values of being passionate about quality, delivering through collaboration and thinking differently.
Our values are critical to the culture of our firm and sum up what we stand for, what makes Ashurst an exceptional place to work and what we aspire to be. For us, "progressive" is a mind-set, an approach to how we do things. We instinctively take a fresh perspective on situations, exploring whether there are better ways of achieving our clients' goals as well as our own.
We also aim to be at the forefront of the evolution of our industry and have led the market by establishing our New Law Division (Ashurst Advance) and our Consulting Division to provide holistic legal and operational advice to our clients.
To find out more please visit our website .
Team Overview
The Ashurst real estate team operates globally across our network in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
The London team is s recognised as a market leader, consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers & Partners. The team advise on some of the most significant and high-profile real estate transactions in the UK and beyond. Our expertise spans the full spectrum of real estate work, including office buildings, retail and leisure developments, hotels, residential schemes, business parks, industrial sites, and major mixed-use urban regeneration projects. For more information, please visit the practice group's page on our website .
Job Overview
We are seeking a talented Associate to join our highly regarded Real Estate team in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside leading practitioners on high-profile matters for a diverse client base, including institutional investors, developers, corporates, and public sector bodies.
Professional Excellence
Mid level lawyer with real estate and development experience;
We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions. If you consider yourself to have a disability or a long-term health condition, please feel able to be open about this at any point during the recruitment process. If you are not sure what adjustments you require, we will work with you to establish the most suitable adjustments at each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that our online application form includes a section which allows you to advise us of any extenuating circumstances that are relevant for us to consider when reviewing your application form. Any information disclosed on your disability will remain strictly confidential and please contact us if you have any questions.
Background checks
In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations.
Associate, Real Estate
London
About Ashurst
Ashurst is a leading progressive global law firm with a rich history spanning more than 200 years. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law.
With offices across the globe, we offer the reach, insight and career opportunities of a truly integrated global network that is built on our values of being passionate about quality, delivering through collaboration and thinking differently.
Our values are critical to the culture of our firm and sum up what we stand for, what makes Ashurst an exceptional place to work and what we aspire to be. For us, "progressive" is a mind-set, an approach to how we do things. We instinctively take a fresh perspective on situations, exploring whether there are better ways of achieving our clients' goals as well as our own.
We also aim to be at the forefront of the evolution of our industry and have led the market by establishing our New Law Division (Ashurst Advance) and our Consulting Division to provide holistic legal and operational advice to our clients.
To find out more please visit our website .
Team Overview
The Ashurst real estate team operates globally across our network in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
The London team is s recognised as a market leader, consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers & Partners. The team advise on some of the most significant and high-profile real estate transactions in the UK and beyond. Our expertise spans the full spectrum of real estate work, including office buildings, retail and leisure developments, hotels, residential schemes, business parks, industrial sites, and major mixed-use urban regeneration projects. For more information, please visit the practice group's page on our website .
Job Overview
We are seeking a talented Associate to join our highly regarded Real Estate team in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside leading practitioners on high-profile matters for a diverse client base, including institutional investors, developers, corporates, and public sector bodies.
Professional Excellence
- Advise on a broad range of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, lettings, development projects, and asset management.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of real estate documents, such as sale and purchase agreements, leases, development agreements, and ancillary documentation.
- Manage your own matters with appropriate supervision, taking responsibility for progressing transactions efficiently and effectively.
- Act as a point of contact for clients, responding promptly to queries and providing clear, commercially focused advice.
- Develop an understanding of clients' businesses and objectives, ensuring advice is tailored to their needs.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
- Assist with the preparation of client pitches, presentations, and other business development activities.
- Contribute to the development of client relationships and the identification of new business opportunities.
- Maintain an awareness of market trends and developments relevant to the real estate sector.
- Work closely with partners, senior associates, and other team members on complex transactions, contributing to the delivery of high-quality work.
- Support and mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practice.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and know-how initiatives to support your ongoing development.
- Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all work meets the firm's high standards of quality and risk management.
- Identify and escalate any issues or inconsistencies as appropriate.
Mid level lawyer with real estate and development experience;
- Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in real estate, gained at a leading law firm.
- Solid experience of advising on a range of real estate transactions, with a good understanding of the commercial drivers in the sector.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and practical advice.
- Proactive, organised, and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Collaborative team player, committed to supporting colleagues and contributing to the success of the team.
- Client-focused, with a professional approach and a genuine interest in building client relationships.
- Enthusiastic about developing your expertise and progressing your career within a top-tier real estate practice.
We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions. If you consider yourself to have a disability or a long-term health condition, please feel able to be open about this at any point during the recruitment process. If you are not sure what adjustments you require, we will work with you to establish the most suitable adjustments at each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that our online application form includes a section which allows you to advise us of any extenuating circumstances that are relevant for us to consider when reviewing your application form. Any information disclosed on your disability will remain strictly confidential and please contact us if you have any questions.
Background checks
In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations.
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