Real Estate Finance Solicitor

LJ Recruitment

Remote-friendly
Real Estate Finance Solicitor (2+ PQE) | Newcastle



The Opportunity

A leading firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Solicitor (2+ PQE) to join its established and highly regarded Real Estate Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within one of the largest real estate practices in the region, advising a broad client base including institutional lenders, developers, investors, and commercial property stakeholders.

You will work alongside experienced partners and colleagues on high-quality, complex real estate finance and transactional matters.



The Role

You will advise both lender and borrower clients on a wide range of real estate finance transactions, alongside broader commercial property work.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Acting on property and development finance transactions for institutional lenders.

  • Advising borrowers on secured lending arrangements.

  • Acting on both separately and jointly represented transactions.

  • Supporting acquisitions, disposals, and wider transactional property matters.

  • Advising on landlord and tenant issues.

  • Conducting due diligence and title investigations.

  • Liaising with lenders, clients, agents, and other advisers.

  • Managing transactions efficiently within tight deadlines.

  • Delivering high-quality technical advice and client service.



The Candidate

A minimum of 2 years' PQE in real estate finance or commercial property is required.

Experience may include:

  • Property and development finance.

  • Acting for institutional lenders and/or borrowers.

  • Commercial acquisitions and disposals.

  • Landlord and tenant matters.

  • General transactional real estate work.

You will demonstrate:

  • Strong technical knowledge of real estate finance.

  • Understanding of lender-side requirements and risk.

  • Excellent organisation and time management.

  • Ability to manage competing deadlines under pressure.

  • Strong attention to detail.

  • Clear communication skills.

  • A proactive, client-focused approach.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus.

  • Comprehensive benefits package.

  • Hybrid working arrangements.

  • High-quality, complex transactional work.

  • Strong career progression and development opportunities.

  • Opportunity to join a leading Real Estate Finance team.

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