Real Estate Solicitor

Firm Profile

gunnercooke is a Top 75 law firm recognised by over 80 industry awards. Launched in 2010, the firm has rapidly grown to over 500 lawyers across 14 global offices in the UK, US, Germany and Austria.

Our firm brings together the most ambitious and commercially minded people, who build and work in dynamic teams of their choosing, to best suit their clients’ needs.

Our purpose is simple; to deliver a positive impact for our clients, provide a better life for our people and to leave a better world than we found

The Role

Our Real Estate Partner is seeking the addition of a 2+ years PQE Solicitor to join their high calibre, growing team in Hull / East Yorkshire

The ideal candidate will be a conscientious team player with a strong drive to progress transactions efficiently. They will have a solid understanding of real estate law and a desire to expand their expertise within a well-regarded real estate team in Hull / East Yorkshire.

Part-time working arrangements are available (3-4 days per week). This is an excellent opportunity if you are looking for work-life balance, reduced hours, or a phased return to practice. You will become part of a supportive, social and friendly team at a leading national and international law firm.

You will have the opportunity to run a diverse and stimulating caseload of high-quality work (both local and national) across a range of commercial property transactions, including:

• Dealing with acquisitions and disposals of freehold and leasehold properties
• Dealing with ongoing management of commercial leasehold properties, including drafting and negotiating leases, lease assignments, licences to underlet and ancillary leasehold documentation.
• Dealing with property investment transactions (both commercial and residential), including portfolio acquisitions and disposals.
• Dealing with real estate finance transactions

Essential Experience:

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 2 years PQE
• Significant experience in commercial real estate matters.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage a caseload, meet client expectations and deliver high-quality work in line with required deadlines.
• A collaborative approach, with a willingness to work closely with team members.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and develop relationships with new and existing clients, as well as associated professionals, building trust, confidence and reliability.
• Act as a brand ambassador, enhancing the market reputation of the business.
• Exhibit strong communication skills, proactive problem-solving, and creative thinking.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a junior Solicitor to springboard their career and join a progressive and flexible environment working alongside like-minded lawyers.

Working Arrangement:

This position is open to both Full-time and Part-time working arrangements. This role offers hybrid working arrangement with the scope to accommodate part home/part office based working.

To apply now, please send us your CV and cover letter to legalvacancies@gunnercooke.com