JMC Legal Recruitment
Real Estate Associate (4+ PQE)
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Associate - Real Estate
Location: Edinburgh
Team: L500 Ranked Real Estate Team
Salary: Lucrative salary + excellent benefits package
The Role
A rapidly growing Scottish firm is seeking a talented Associate (4+ PQE) to join its L500 ranked, award-winning Real Estate team in the heart of Edinburgh.
As the Scottish legal market continues to evolve, this firm is setting the pace within the Real Estate sector, offering a platform for ambitious lawyers looking to take the next step in their career.
Once you join the firm, you collaborate with a high-performing team, gaining exposure to high-quality work while developing your technical expertise under the guidance of experienced and well-known Partners.
From day one, this role offers genuine responsibility, exposure to high-calibre clients, and a clear pathway for progression, positioning you to become a highly regarded Real Estate Solicitor in Scotland.
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The Work
- Assist on a broad range of commercial real estate transactions, including sales, purchases, and leases
- Draft and negotiate contracts and ancillary documentation
- Review property titles and leases, preparing detailed client reports
- Support on development agreements and property management matters
- Act for a diverse client base including developers, investors, corporates, and HNW individuals
- Maintain regular client contact, delivering clear and pragmatic advice
- Collaborate with colleagues across the wider firm on complex matters
- Support business development initiatives and client relationship building
- Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to the overall team's development
Your Experience
- Scottish Real Estate Lawyer with a minimum of 4+ years PQE
- Experience handling commercial property matters
- Strong drafting skills with a commercial mindset
- Confident communicator with good client-care skills
- Organised, proactive, and keen to take ownership of work
- Interest in developing long-term client relationships and progressing within a growing team
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Why This Role?
- Join a well-established and growing L500 ranked Real Estate team
- Exposure to high-quality work and an impressive, varied client base
- Supportive environment with strong mentoring and training
- Clear and achievable progression pathway
- Flexible working is embedded into the firm’s culture
- Lucrative salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Award-winning firm recognised for its people-focused approach
If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at tilly@jmc-legal.com or 0131 460 7747 for a confidential discussion.
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