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Real Estate Associate / Senior Associate

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Real Estate Associate / Senior Associate | Birmingham City Centre | Legal 500 Law Firm
High-quality work. Realistic hours. Genuine career progression.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Real Estate Associate or Senior Associate to join a highly regarded Legal 500 law firm in Birmingham city centre.
This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of high-quality commercial real estate matters, while benefiting from low chargeable hour targets, a collaborative culture and an excellent work-life balance.
Whether you're looking to step away from the pressures of a national practice or simply want greater responsibility and client exposure, this is an opportunity to build your career in a supportive, ambitious team.
The Role
You'll advise a diverse client base, including owner-managed businesses, investors and developers, across a wide range of commercial property matters, including:
- Acquisitions and disposals
- Landlord and tenant matters
- Lease negotiations
- Development work
- Real estate finance and refinancing
- Property support on corporate transactions
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You'll enjoy early responsibility, direct client contact and the opportunity to manage your own matters while working closely with experienced partners on more complex transactions.
Why This Firm?
- Top-rated Legal 500 practice with an outstanding reputation in the Midlands
- High-quality commercial real estate work across a varied client base
- Low chargeable hour targets that genuinely support a healthy work-life balance
- A collaborative, approachable team with an open-door culture
- Excellent client exposure and opportunities to develop your own relationships
- Clear progression opportunities based on merit rather than time served
- Modern city centre offices with flexible working arrangements
About You
This opportunity would suit a qualified solicitor with experience in commercial real estate who is looking to take the next step in their career.


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- Working in a larger regional or national firm and seeking greater autonomy and visibility.
- Looking for a better work-life balance without compromising on the quality of work.
- Keen to develop stronger client relationships and play a more active role in business development.
- Interested in joining a firm where your contribution is recognised and progression is genuinely achievable.
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