Job Description
Corporate Real Estate Solicitor – Elite US Law Firm (Senior Level)
Overview
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Corporate Real Estate Solicitor to join the London office of a leading US law firm with a stellar reputation in the real estate and private equity sectors. This is a rare chance to join a team undergoing significant growth, working on market-leading corporate real estate transactions across the UK, Europe, and globally. The position is ideally suited for an experienced solicitor with 5+ years of PQE, though more senior candidates are also encouraged to apply.
About Our Client
Our client is a globally renowned US law firm with a long-established presence in London, consistently recognised for its expertise across corporate, finance, litigation, and real estate. The firm’s London office has seen exceptional growth in recent years, making it one of the fastest-expanding US firms in the City. Known for its innovative approach and strategic international presence, the firm is a trusted legal partner to major private equity funds, institutional investors, developers, and lenders.
The corporate real estate practice has been at the forefront of the firm's growth strategy, playing a pivotal role in headline-grabbing transactions involving joint ventures, acquisitions, and disposals of high-value assets across the hospitality, logistics, and office sectors. Following a successful placement into this team earlier this year, Taylor Root is proud to partner with the client once again as they continue their expansion into 2025.
The Role
As a Senior Corporate Real Estate Associate, you will:
* Take a lead role in structuring and negotiating real estate-focused joint ventures.
* Advise on corporate acquisitions and disposals of SPVs holding real estate assets.
* Work on complex cross-border real estate transactions, including hospitality and leisure projects.
* Support private equity real estate clients in high-value investment structuring.
* Collaborate closely with market-leading partners and gain exposure to some of the most sophisticated deals in the industry.
This role also offers the opportunity to mentor junior associates, build client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice, with significant focus on the intersection of real estate and corporate law.
Compensation & Culture
* Remuneration: Market-leading salary and bonus structure aligned with the Cravath scale.
* Ambitious Growth: A rapidly expanding corporate real estate team in London, with significant investment in expertise.
* Collaborative Culture: The firm is known for its supportive and collegial environment, offering extensive training and development opportunities.
* Strategic Expansion: With a newly expanded London office and ambitious hiring plans, this is an exciting time to join a dynamic and forward-thinking firm.
Apply Now
This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious firm that is shaping the global corporate real estate landscape. If you are a driven and ambitious lawyer seeking a challenging and rewarding role at the cutting edge of corporate real estate, we encourage you to get in touch.
Please apply now if you wish to be considered, or message me directly for further information.