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Your new firm

Our Top 50 international client is currently seeking a recently qualified Real Estate Lawyer to join their excellent Real Estate Team in Exeter.

Your new role

This role involves working on large-scale, multi-disciplinary residential portfolio transactions across the UK, primarily for registered providers, for-profit registered providers, institutions, and investors.

As a key team member, you'll lead on property charging and securitisation matters to support funding for development and acquisition programmes, manage complex due diligence processes, and draft tailored contractual provisions.

You'll engage with clients, agents, and banking teams and leverage AI tools to elevate service delivery. The role also includes contributing to merger and regeneration schemes, advising on valuation impacts, and maintaining compliance.


What you'll need to succeed

You will be a highly skilled, accomplished Real Estate lawyer with top-tier training and proven expertise in managing complex residential portfolio transactions across the UK for a range of clients, including registered providers and investors. You'll bring sharp technical skills, business insight, and a client-first mindset - along with drive, clear communication, and a collaborative approach.

What you'll get in return

This is an exciting chance to join a thriving real estate practice that's part of a dynamic and expanding team, widely recognised across the UK for its expertise in the sector. The role offers an excellent work-life balance in a desirable location, complemented by a top-tier benefits package.

With flexible and hybrid working arrangements on offer, this position is ideal for both full-time and part-time Commercial Property Lawyers - whether you're already based in the Southwest or considering a move to the region.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role or are looking for further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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We would expect a lawyer with the given PQE to have gained the level of experience required, but this does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

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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

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

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

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

I am currently recruiting for an international law firm who are looking for a seasoned real estate finance lawyer to their team in London.

This firm have vastly grown their offering internationally over the past 10 or so years and are consistently attracting lawyers from Magic Circle & US Law Firms to join them in London and abroad.

The London office of this firm have added multiple lawyers to their wider finance team of late and are now in the market for an established senior associate with atleast 7/8 years PQE.

Their clients include a range of banks, private credit funds, investors, developers, property investors etc and advise on a variety of assent classes such as accommodation, logistics, various types of commercial property. Candidates with exposure to working on deals in the hospitality and retail sectors are encouraged to get in touch.

Not only does this firm offer very high quality work but also a supportive environment that will allow you to contribute to the team and the firm's growth.

Please do get in touch if you wish to find out more.

I am currently recruiting for an international law firm who are looking for a seasoned real estate finance lawyer to their team in London.

This firm have vastly grown their offering internationally over the past 10 or so years and are consistently attracting lawyers from Magic Circle & US Law Firms to join them in London and abroad.

The London office of this firm have added multiple lawyers to their wider finance team of late and are now in the market for an established senior associate with atleast 7/8 years PQE.

Their clients include a range of banks, private credit funds, investors, developers, property investors etc and advise on a variety of assent classes such as accommodation, logistics, various types of commercial property. Candidates with exposure to working on deals in the hospitality and retail sectors are encouraged to get in touch.

Not only does this firm offer very high quality work but also a supportive environment that will allow you to contribute to the team and the firm's growth.

Please do get in touch if you wish to find out more.

About Konexo and Eversheds Sutherland

Eversheds Sutherland is a global law firm with 74 offices across 35 countries worldwide committed to delivering client service excellence. As a full service law practice, Eversheds Sutherland acts for many sectors across the UK, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and the US providing legal advice to clients in each of its practice areas including Real Estate, Company Commercial, Employment, Labour and Pensions, Litigation and Dispute Management.

Konexo is an established alternative legal services division of Eversheds Sutherland, created to meet client demand for high quality, interim legal, HR and compliance professionals. Konexo Legal Resourcing is a well-established and fast growing team created to meet demand for high quality interim lawyers, paralegals and legal project managers to support both clients and internal Eversheds Sutherland teams.

Real Estate Finance Lawyer

Konexo Legal Resourcing is receiving an increased demand for Banking & Finance Lawyers specialising in real estate finance to support both Eversheds Sutherland and our in-house clients which include some of the largest FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 companies.

What you should have:

• A senior level Banking & Finance Lawyer (minimum 7+ years PQE) with deep expertise in real estate finance
• Previous experience of working either solely within private practice, or in a mix of in-house and private practice roles.
• Confidence in drafting, reviewing and negotiating LMA Facility Agreements in addition to security/ancillary finance documents in relation to real estate finance transactions.
• Experience of supervising more junior lawyers and managing/leading on real estate finance transactions.
• Previous experience of advising on development finance transactions (rather than investment finance) would be ideal but is not essential.
• Excellent technical drafting skills and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Available to do 2-3 days per week office attendance in any of the following locations (candidate choice): London, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham or Cardiff.

The benefits of joining Konexo Legal Resourcing:

• Our flexible resourcing model means you can choose how and when you work. People approach us for a whole range of reasons - they might be seeking a better work-life balance, the ability to develop their legal career whilst also having the time to pursue other interests, or they may simply want a way of working that offers greater control and flexibility that more traditional models don't provide.
• You will have access to high quality work, helping to consolidate on your experience and develop your career.
• We have full time, part time and more flexible ad-hoc hourly opportunities, with many of our roles offering hybrid or remote working.

What you get:

• The backing and support of a leading global law firm.
• Access to Partner support and other subject matter expert support within the firm throughout the placement.
• Access to the firm's knowledge systems, CPD training and webinars.
• Access to online know-how resources, such as PLC.
• You will be invited to Konexo' s in-person and virtual networking events, in addition to firmwide webinars and events.

We are one of the first law practices to enter the flexible legal resourcing market, we have a wealth of experience in placing legal professionals both with Eversheds Sutherland teams and with international clients across a variety of sectors.

If you want to take charge of your career, work with a global law firm and some of the best companies in the world, then we would love to hear from you!

Due to the volume of responses we receive, unfortunately if you have not heard back from us within 4 weeks of applying, we are not progressing your application. Please feel free to review our vacancies at for roles in the future as this is updated frequently

Real Estate Finance Solicitor (3+ PQE)

Legal 500 Firm | Leading Real Estate Finance Team | City of London

A highly tiered Legal 500 -ranked firm is seeking a skilled and commercially minded Real Estate Finance Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join its thriving Real Estate Finance team based in the City.

The Firm

Established for over fifty years, this respected firm has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across a range of sectors. With over 60 partners and more than 100 solicitors, several of whom are recognised on the Legal 500.

This firm is known for its collaborative culture, which includes annual events where family members are invited. Past events have included company sports days and BBQs.

They cultivate long-term client relationships and have a high level of technical excellence—particularly in property, litigation, corporate and private wealth.

The Role

The role sits within a high-performing Real Estate Finance department that works with a wide variety of lender clients including bridging finance providers, challenger banks, and mainstream financial institutions.

You’ll advise on a broad spectrum of secured lending transactions, working alongside partners who are consistently recommended for their expertise and client service. With deal volumes increasing and new lender relationships secured, this is a fantastic time to join a growing and fast-moving team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a caseload of secured lending matters, from instruction to completion
• Drafting and negotiating facility agreements and security documentation
• Advising clients on regulatory, commercial, and property-related aspects of lending
• Liaising with borrowers, lenders, brokers, and other stakeholders
• Supporting partners on complex or high-value transactions

Requirements:

• Real Estate Finance Solicitor (3+ PQE)
• Strong technical knowledge of loan and security structures
• Excellent communication skills and commercial judgment
• A collaborative team player with strong attention to detail

What’s on Offer:

• Exposure to high-quality work with top-tier lender clients
• Clear, structured career development within a supportive environment
• Competitive remuneration package and excellent benefits
• A progressive, inclusive firm culture that encourages internal progression

This is a standout opportunity for a Real Estate Finance Solicitor (3+ PQE) to take the next step in their career within one of the most active and respected real estate finance teams in London.

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact us for a confidential conversation.