Brandon James
May 01, 2026
Full time
Commercial Real Estate Associate (3-5 PQE) London 120,000 - 140,000 Genuine Partnership Track If you're currently at a US, Magic Circle or Silver Circle firm and starting to question how long progression will really take, this is worth a conversation. This is an opportunity to join a major international law firm's real estate team, working on high-value, complex transactional matters for an impressive client base, while stepping into a platform that actually rewards ambition. Why this role stands out You'll be joining a large, well-established UK real estate team with a strong national presence and a consistent flow of big-ticket work across: Investment and development transactions High-value acquisitions and disposals Asset management for institutional clients Cross-border real estate matters The quality of work is there. The difference is what comes next. The opportunity This role is built for someone who is: Ambitious and commercially minded Keen to get involved in business development early Frustrated by slow or unclear progression in a larger team You'll be given: A clear and accelerated path to Senior Associate Real exposure to clients and the chance to build your own relationships A platform where future partnership is a genuine, achievable goal The lifestyle piece (where this really differentiates) 1500 hour target Genuinely flexible hybrid working A culture that supports high performance without the constant grind This is not about stepping down in quality. It's about stepping up in control of your career. What they're looking for 3-5 PQE Commercial Real Estate Lawyer Currently at a US, Magic Circle or Silver Circle firm (or similar calibre) Strong transactional experience Someone who wants more than just execution - you want progression, visibility, and a future seat at the table Contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law for a confidential conversation.