Job Description

Real Estate - Commercial Development & Investment Associate | NQ-2 PQE | Top-Tier International Firm | Birmingham A prestigious international law firm is seeking a talented and ambitious Commercial Development & Investment Associate (0-2 PQE) to join its high-performing Birmingham team. This is a rare opportunity to work on some of the most high-profile and complex real estate development and investment projects in the UK, alongside an experienced and supportive team in a truly collaborative environment. The Role: You will play a key part in a market-leading real estate practice, advising a diverse client base on large-scale commercial development and investment transactions across the logistics, industrial, office, and mixed-use sectors. Your responsibilities will include: Acquisition and disposal of development land and strategic real estate investment assets (freehold and leasehold), often involving complex title matters and conditional contracts. Advising on structured development transactions, pre-lettings, and sale-and-leaseback deals. Preparing and negotiating a wide range of real estate documentation including agreements for lease, transfers, leases, deeds of variation, and certificates of title. Managing title due diligence, search reviews, client reporting, SDLT and Land Registry applications, and post-completion formalities. Advising on the real estate aspects of development finance and investment funding structures. Collaborating closely with clients, agents, surveyors, and internal specialists to ensure efficient and commercial delivery on all matters. Actively engaging in business development, networking, and client training events as part of your wider practice contribution. Candidate Requirements: 0-2 years' PQE with experience in commercial property, ideally with exposure to development or investment work. Strong technical and drafting skills with a clear understanding of commercial drivers in real estate transactions. Highly motivated, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload with excellent attention to detail. A team player who can work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, and third parties. Willingness to get involved in marketing and sector initiatives, particularly in the logistics and industrial space. A genuine interest in building long-term relationships with clients and contributing to the growth of the practice. Benefits: Join one of the UK's leading real estate teams, recognised for its innovative and commercially focused approach. Competitive salary and bonus structure with a comprehensive benefits package including: o Private medical insurance and pension o Life assurance and income protection o 25 days' holiday (plus the option to buy additional leave) o Hybrid working policy supporting flexibility and work-life balance o Access to a state-of-the-art office in the heart of Birmingham o Regular social, networking, and wellbeing events o Career development opportunities, including internal and external training Apply Now! If you're a junior lawyer ready to take the next step in your real estate career, this is your chance to join a firm where your development and ambition will be supported every step of the way. For a confidential discussion about this Commercial Development & Investment Associate role, please contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal.

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