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An excellent opportunity awaits an ambitious Associate to join a Global Firm seeking a Property Disputes Associate for its top-tier practice in London. The team is one of the largest in the country, the team handles contentious landlord and tenant cases, vacant possession matters, rights-to-light claims, development disputes, energy-related property litigation, hotel and mixed-use estate litigation, and complex dilapidations work.

Experience required:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Between 2–4 years’ PQE in property litigation gained at a leading London firm
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

Get in touch without delay if this is of interest by emailing your cv to

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.

If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Real Estate Disputes Solicitor (Junior–Mid Level)

Our client, a prestigious Silver Circle law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Real Estate Disputes Solicitor to join its market-leading team in London. This is an outstanding opportunity to work at the forefront of commercial real estate litigation, within a firm known for its high-calibre work, collaborative culture, and commitment to professional development.

About the Role

You will be part of a highly ranked and well-respected disputes team, advising a diverse and sophisticated client base on a wide range of contentious real estate matters. The team is regularly instructed on some of the most complex and high-value disputes in the UK, including landmark litigation and strategic advisory work.

Key areas of focus include:

• Development-related disputes (e.g. rights of light, easements, site assembly)
• Landlord and tenant matters (e.g. lease renewals, dilapidations, rent reviews)
• Possession claims and trespasser actions
• Business rates and CPO compensation
• Telecommunications and leasehold enfranchisement
• Professional negligence and transactional disputes
• Alternative dispute resolution (mediation, expert determination)

Why Join This Team

• Be part of a Silver Circle firm renowned for its excellence in real estate and disputes work
• Join a Legal 500 Band 2-ranked team with a reputation for handling “big ticket” litigation
• Work alongside leading practitioners on high-profile, nationally significant matters
• Benefit from a strong advocacy culture, with in-house Higher Rights training and support
• Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance environment that values innovation and diversity
• Access a clear and structured career development framework, with genuine opportunities for progression
• Contribute to a firm that is deeply committed to corporate responsibility, pro bono, and ESG initiatives

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales, ideally with 1–2.5 years’ PQE in real estate litigation (more or less experience will be considered)
• Strong academic credentials and excellent technical legal skills
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering high-quality service
• A commercially minded, proactive approach with strong drafting and advocacy skills
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment

Next Steps

If you are looking to elevate your career within a top-tier disputes team at a Silver Circle firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Buckden Partners has been mandated by our leading UK property finance provider. Their loan book is currently at £800m and are looking to get this to over £.5bn in the next 12 months.

As they continue to grow they are now seeking a dynamic and experienced underwriter to support on transactions between m- 00m.

Key Requirements

• Several years of experience in real estate lending, with a strong focus on bridging or short-term property finance.
• Proven track record of underwriting complex transactions.
• Strong understanding of UK real estate markets, valuation principles, and loan structuring.
• Familiarity with legal due diligence, property development risks, and exit strategies.
• Commercial mindset and ability to assess deals holistically.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

A highly prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Property Partner to join its London office. This is a rare chance for a senior lawyer with a strong track record in residential conveyancing to take a leading role within a high-performing and collaborative team.

The firm is recognised for its technical excellence, long-standing client relationships, and people-first culture.

The successful candidate will have deep expertise across a wide range of residential property matters, from first-time purchases to complex portfolio transactions. You will manage a varied caseload, deliver commercially focused legal advice, and maintain consistently high standards of client service. The role involves close collaboration with other senior lawyers and partners, contributing to business development initiatives, and mentoring junior team members.

This position offers the chance to shape the future of the residential property practice in London, with clear pathways for further leadership and influence. The firm provides a transparent career framework, supporting progression through a combination of performance, contribution, and values-driven behaviours. A strong internal network and inclusive ethos underpin the firm’s approach to growth and success.

Candidates should be qualified solicitors, licensed conveyancers or CILEx professionals with substantial experience in residential property law. Strong client management skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to work effectively within a close-knit team are essential.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact and grow within a supportive and ambitious environment, this is an excellent opportunity to explore.

Our client is a London based, full-service law firm providing proactive, expert advice to ambitious businesses and individuals for all their legal needs. Providing a top tier work/life balance many of the firms current lawyers started their careers at Magic Circle or Major US firms and have found a great balance at our clients firm due to a understanding culture and high quality work.

Executive summary

We are looking for an associates with 1-6 years experience of Real Estate Finance transactions to join a fast-paced and highly regarded Real Estate Finance team.

The successful candidate will have excellent academics or equivalent skills and will have gained experience from a top quality commercial practice. You will be a self-starter and able to work on matters with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Work across a varied caseload of property finance matters, including acquisitions, investment, bridging, and development finance.
• Ensure proactive and efficient case management from start to finish, following the firm’s processes with a good awareness of compliance.
• Maintain strong relationships with lender panel clients and associated professionals, fostering trust and reliability.
• Strong stakeholder communication, maintaining communication with investors, lenders, and property managers.
• Represent the firm at networking events to promote services.
• Serve as an ambassador for the firm, enhancing the firm’s reputation in the market.
• Demonstrate excellent commercial knowledge, proactivity, and collaboration.
• Have an ability to work to tight and demanding deadlines with a calm and efficient manner.

Knowledge, skills and experience

• A qualified solicitor 1-6 years PQE.
• Good experience working in a fast paced Real Estate or Real Estate Finance team.
• Strong technical skills and able to manage a caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
• Interest in business development and building client relationships.
• Ability to handle challenging clients and tight deadlines without compromising on quality.
• Willingness to collaborate with team members and supervise junior members of the team.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills.
• The ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks running in parallel with tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and technical ability.
• Flexible as regards to time and duties.
• Ability to interact with people at all levels.

How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced legal professional with a passion for real estate law, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter or email myself, Max O’Hagan at

Firm Profile

gunnercooke LLP is a Top 75 law firm with recognition across 28 disciplines and over 50 individually ranked lawyers. Having launched in 2010, the firm has grown to over 450 solicitors, including 360+ Partners.

With a national and international presence, the firm has offices throughout the UK, Scotland, Germany, and the US. Our purpose is simple; to deliver a positive impact for our clients, provide a better life for our people and to leave a better world than we found.

The firm’s innovative ‘revenue share’ model has helped to reshape the way that the law is practiced in the UK. Each Partner runs his or her own practice within the firm. This quasi-autonomous structure provides Partners with the freedom to work only with the clients they truly want to work with, charging fees that are commercially viable for both the Partner and the client.

Due to continued success, our Real Estate Finance partner is seeking the addition of a Solicitor 2- 4 years PQE to join their high caliber, growing team in our London office.

The Role

We are looking for a Real Estate Finance Solicitor 2-4 years PQE to join our Partner’s fast-growing team!

The ideal candidate will be a strong technical skill and be able to handle a busy caseload.

You will have the opportunity to develop into a strong technical lawyer, working alongside reputable Real Estate Finance Partners. Getting involved in a varied workload, developing your networking and overall professional acumen skills.

This established and expanding Real Estate Finance Team has extensive expertise in the specialist secured lending industry. Their primary clients are specialist property finance lenders (bridging and development), whom they support with unregulated loan originations.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, growing team eager to develop and build relationships with both new and existing clients.

Essential Experience

• You will be a qualified solicitor 2- 4 years PQE.
• You will have experience in residential and commercial real estate and real estate finance.
• You will have regularly acted for specialist funders on all aspects of secured loan originations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for client interaction.
• The ability to meet the challenges posed by demanding clients and tight deadlines without compromising work quality or service.
• Willingness to collaborate closely with team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake a varied caseload of commercial real estate (landlord and tenant, acquisitions and disposals etc) and property finance matters including property acquisition, investment, and bridging and development finance.
• Ensure proactive and efficient management of each case from start to finish.
• Maintain and develop relationships with new and existing lender clients and associated professionals, building trust, confidence, and reliability.
• Identify and cultivate new relationships with lenders in the commercial lending market.
• Attend exhibitions, seminars, and networking events to promote the company and build relationships with lender clients.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, proactivity, and creative thinking.

This hybrid role is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Real Estate Finance Solicitor 2- 4 years PQE who wants to springboard their career and join a progressive environment working alongside like-minded lawyers.

To apply now, please send us your CV and cover letter to

An excellent opportunity awaits an ambitious Associate to join a Global Firm seeking a Property Disputes Associate for its top-tier practice in London. The team is one of the largest in the country, the team handles contentious landlord and tenant cases, vacant possession matters, rights-to-light claims, development disputes, energy-related property litigation, hotel and mixed-use estate litigation, and complex dilapidations work.

Experience required:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Between 2–4 years’ PQE in property litigation gained at a leading London firm
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

Get in touch without delay if this is of interest by emailing your cv to

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.

If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Real Estate Finance Lawyer and experienced paralegal (2 opportunities)

Respected London firm are looking for a Real Estate Finance Solicitor and experienced paralegal to join their team.

• The team acts for a variety of lender and finance professionals
• Clients include- mainstream banks, challenger banks, building societies, short term lenders, private lenders.
• The team offer a range of bespoke services with a particular focus on real estate/property, alternative and complex loan structures, Real estate development finance, advice on refinancing and restructuring, bridging finance, advice on short-term finance and private lending, including initial due diligence and the production of bespoke loan and security documentation.

The real estate finance opportunities

• - UK qualified Real estate finance lawyer
• Experienced paralegal
• - You will join a high profile real estate finance team
• - You will be exposed to a wide range of legal work

The candidates

• - 2 PQE+
• Experienced Paralegal
• - Good relationship and client handling skills
• - Self motivated

Real Estate Finance Lawyer - NQ - 1 PQE - US Firm

We are instructed by a US firm in London that is seeking to recruit an associate for its Real Estate Finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-ranked real estate finance team which which acts for both lender and sponsors on a wide variety of real estate finance transactions.

We would like to receive applications from junior real estate finance lawyers. This role is available for newly qualified lawyers who have completed a seat in real estate finance and real estate finance lawyers who have up to a years' experience from a leading City/International firm.

To discuss this Real Estate Finance role please contact Matthew Porter at MAP Legal.