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 breadth of expertise covers some of the most interesting and important emerging disciplines, from ESG and charity law, to blockchain and competition.

Collaboration is at the forefront of our award-winning culture and is what sets our firm apart from the rest. gunnercooke operates as a fee share model meaning our professionals join as self-employed advisors, free to design and develop the practice they’ve always wanted. 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. Our charitable arm, the gunnercooke foundation, enables us to directly engage with communities on social issues and to help charitable organisations grow.

The Role

Our Real Estate Partner is seeking the addition of a NQ – 2-year PQE Real Estate Solicitor to join them in London.

Whilst primarily a hybrid role, we are open to fully remote working arrangements for a suitably experienced and self-motivated candidate.

The ideal candidate will be a conscientious team player with a strong drive to progress transactions efficiently.

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 acquisitions/disposals, leases, real estate finance and development matters.

• Dealing with acquisitions, disposals, and ongoing management of commercial leasehold properties, including drafting and negotiating leases, agreements for leases and ancillary leasehold documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of real estate law and a desire to expand their expertise within a well-regarded real estate team in London.

Essential Experience:

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 2 years’ experience within Real Estate law.
• Significant experience handling commercial property matters.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage client expectations and deliver high-quality work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• A collaborative approach, with a willingness to work closely with team members.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to delivering excellent service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of real estate matters.
• Ensure proactive and efficient management of each case from inception to completion.
• 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:

Whilst a hybrid working arrangement is available, with the option to work from home several days per week, fully remote working will be considered for a suitably motivated and experienced individual.

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