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Real Estate Solicitor
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Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£51,600
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2412 (60% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,600, and Simpson Judge is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Associate Solicitor – Real Estate (Social Housing & Registered Providers)
📍 Manchester | Hybrid
💼 2–6 PQE | Permanent
A growing specialist Real Estate team is looking for an ambitious Associate Solicitor to join its expanding Social Housing & Registered Providers practice.
You’ll work closely with experienced Partners and Housing & Regeneration specialists, advising Registered Providers and Housing Associations on a varied mix of social and affordable housing transactions.
The role includes:
- Shared ownership & staircasing
- Right to Buy transactions
- Affordable housing acquisitions & disposals
- Commercial leases
- Asset management
- Development & regeneration matters
- General commercial property work
We’re looking for:
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
- 2–6 years’ PQE ideally
- Commercial property, development, affordable housing or social housing experience
- Strong technical and client management skills
- Commercially minded and proactive
- Interest in developing a specialist Social Housing practice
Why consider it?
- Growing and strategically important practice area
- High-quality client exposure
- Close Partner support and mentoring
- Genuine progression opportunities
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Competitive salary and benefits
A particularly good opportunity for a Commercial Property Associate looking to move into Social Housing, or an existing Social Housing lawyer wanting greater responsibility and the opportunity to help build a growing practice.
📩 Interested? Message me confidentially for further details.
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Where this offer sits in the market
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2412 going rate of £51,600. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.