Job Description

A strategic leadership opportunity for a dynamic Real Estate Partner to join one of the UK's most forward-thinking Top 50 law firms.
We have been exclusively instructed by a leading Top 50 UK law firm to appoint an accomplished Real Estate Partner to its expanding Milton Keynes office.
The firm has built an enviable reputation for its progressive culture, exceptional client service, and commercial strength across multiple sectors. With significant ongoing investment in its property and infrastructure practice, this is a standout opportunity for an ambitious partner to take a leading role in shaping and growing the regional Real Estate team as part of a nationally recognised group.
The Role
As a Real Estate Partner, you will lead the Milton Keynes Real Estate team, managing a portfolio of high-quality clients while driving growth and strategic development across the region.
The work spans a full range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions and disposals, development, investment, landlord and tenant, and real estate finance. The team also has particular strength in acting for developers, investors, corporate occupiers, and institutional landlords.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Real Estate team in Milton Keynes, ensuring continued excellence in client service.
• Advise on a wide range of commercial property transactions, including development, investment, and complex portfolio management.
• Collaborate with national colleagues to deliver an integrated, cross-departmental service.
• Play a key role in business development, strengthening existing relationships and building new opportunities.
• Mentor and support junior lawyers to develop the next generation of talent.

About You
You will be an established Real Estate Partner or an ambitious Legal Director / Senior Associate ready to take the next step into partnership. You'll combine technical excellence with strong leadership and business development capability.
You will bring:

• 8+ years' PQE in commercial real estate.
• A strong track record managing complex transactions and high-value portfolios.
• A client-focused approach and ability to deliver pragmatic, commercial solutions.
• Demonstrable business development experience and a strategic mindset.
• A following or strong professional network (desirable but not essential).

The Firm
This Top 50 UK firm combines a national reach with deep regional roots, offering clients a seamless full-service capability across its offices. Known for its collegiate culture and commitment to innovation, the firm provides a modern, flexible environment that empowers its Partners to lead with autonomy and vision.
Why Join?

• Join a Top 50 UK law firm with an established national real estate practice.
• Genuine leadership opportunity with strategic influence over the Milton Keynes offering.
• Market-leading remuneration and benefits package.
• A progressive, collaborative culture where people and clients come first.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected national firm where your expertise, ideas, and leadership will shape the continued success of its real estate practice across the region and beyond.

Skills Required