Real Estate Lawyer – Liverpool/Newcastle

An opportunity has arisen for a Real Estate Lawyer to join a highly regarded Public Law & Projects team advising on major public sector-led developments and infrastructure projects across England & Wales.

The team acts on complex regeneration, housing, education, energy and public infrastructure projects, working with a broad range of public sector clients on nationally significant schemes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Real Estate Solicitor looking to work on high-quality, large-scale projects within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, while gaining exposure to complex and often unique transactions.

The firm offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with applications welcomed from candidates looking for either full or part-time opportunities.

The Role

You will work as part of a nationally recognised Public Law & Projects team advising on a broad range of real estate matters connected to public sector and infrastructure projects.

The work will include:

• Large-scale regeneration and development schemes
• Infrastructure and public sector projects
• Energy and heat network projects
• PFI and long-term development arrangements
• Complex real estate transactions involving procurement and subsidy considerations

You will work closely with experienced specialists across multiple disciplines, helping deliver commercially focused and practical solutions on often high-profile and challenging matters.

The role will also involve:

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting business development and profile-raising activities
• Collaborating with colleagues across the wider national team
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members where appropriate

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Around 3+ years’ PQE with strong real estate transactional experience
• Excellent technical drafting and transactional skills
• Ability to manage complex matters and competing deadlines
• Commercial and practical approach to problem-solving
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Interest in public sector, regeneration, infrastructure or development work

Previous public sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential. Candidates coming from a broader commercial real estate background with an interest in this area are encouraged to apply.

The Firm

The team is known for advising on complex and socially impactful projects, offering Lawyers the opportunity to work on matters that genuinely shape local communities and public infrastructure.

You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking environment with strong opportunities for progression, development and exposure to high-quality national work.

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