Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
Associate - Commercial Real Estate

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Overview
Our Commercial Real Estate team is looking for a 2-3 year PQE Associate to join our Guildford office. While this role is based in Guildford, you will be supporting the Commercial Real Estate team, across all offices.
Responsibilities
The work conducted by the team is varied and interesting and tends to be in the following areas:
- Investment acquisitions
- Landlord and Tenant
- Mixed Use Development
The successful candidate will enjoy a challenging and varied caseload as well as excellent progression opportunities. We have some very exciting projects, excellent work and loyal clients and we are looking for people that recognise the importance of balancing technical skill with outstanding client service.
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- 2-3 years post qualification experience
- SRA Qualified
The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a Commercial Real Estate team. An enthusiasm for the subject, motivation and a team mentality are equally important. We have a great team and if you are hardworking, ambitious and just a little competitive we would like to hear from you.
At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm’s commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees here.


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