Job Description

Real Estate Associate 0-2 years PQE - Manchester Competitive Salary About the Opportunity
An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join one of the North West's fastest-growing Real Estate teams within a leading UK law firm. This role offers the chance to work on impactful regional and national projects with high-profile clients and top-tier partners.
The Firm
Our client is a top 50 UK law firm with over 850 lawyers and 1,450+ people nationwide. Recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list and holding Platinum Investors in People status, they are committed to providing an inclusive, supportive working environment where people can thrive.
The Manchester Real Estate team has been consistently shortlisted for NW Business Insider Property Law Firm of the Year over the past six years and continues to rise in Legal Directory rankings. The team works with an impressive portfolio of clients including major property developers, investment companies, educational institutions, local authorities, and has particular strength in the Health and Education sectors.
The Role
Based in Manchester, you will work with a dynamic team of partners and associates on both regional and national matters. This role provides genuine opportunities for professional development, with the aim of running your own transactions under appropriate supervision, as well as contributing to larger, complex team matters.
You will gain exposure to the full spectrum of Real Estate work, including:

• Development and regeneration projects
• Landlord and tenant matters
• Asset management
• Freehold and leasehold acquisitions and disposals
• Investment transactions
• Corporate real estate
• Due diligence reporting on corporate acquisitions

About You
Essential:

• Newly qualified to 2 years PQE (or equivalent experience) in commercial real estate
• Experience gained within a quality regional or City law firm
• Strong attention to detail and proactive mindset
• Excellent time and matter management skills
• Ability to work systematically and flexibly with multiple partners and team members
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build consensus
• Confidence in building and maintaining client relationships

Desirable:

• Interest in business development and networking
• Creative approach to problem-solving

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Genuine career development opportunities
• Support with business development and networking
• Flexible working arrangements considered
• Inclusive and supportive team culture

Application Process
Please note: This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Early application is strongly encouraged.
All offers are subject to comprehensive pre-employment screening including DBS checks, right to work verification, employment history checks, and character assessment.
Please get in touch with joegregory@thinklegalrecruitment.com for further details.
Company
Think Legal Recruitment is a regional legal recruitment business recruiting at all levels of legal professionals throughout the North of England for private practice and in-house.
What makes us different?
We could highlight our integrity, our commitment to excellence and providing honest, reliable and informed advice. We could talk about our use of and investment in technology. For us, these are the basics that you can and should expect.
Our difference lies in our people. It is their commitment and investment in candidates, clients, partner contacts and local market knowledge that sets us apart.
Legal recruitment is a serious business and we take it seriously. That we strive to make the experience as enjoyable and open as possible is simply testament to our desire to build long-standing relationships.
We love what we do and look forward to making a difference for you.
Contact us on 0161 826 1411
Company info Website Telephone 0161 826 1411 Location 2nd Floor
125 Deansgate
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M3 2BY
United Kingdom
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