525 Real Estate Finance jobs in the United Kingdom

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.

If this job isn't right for you, but you are looking for a new job, please feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion on your career.

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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

A leading commercial law firm based in Central London is looking for an experienced Real Estate Finance Senior Solicitor to join their well-established property finance team. With a strong client base including lenders, developers, and institutional investors, this is a great opportunity to work on high-value, complex transactions across the UK property market.

The successful Real Estate Finance Senior Solicitor will be joining a respected legal practice known for its collaborative culture, strong internal progression, and exposure to a broad spectrum of real estate finance work, including development finance, investment funding, and portfolio refinancing.

The Real Estate Finance Senior Solicitor's role

As a Real Estate Finance Senior Solicitor , you will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of secured lending transactions on behalf of both lenders and borrowers. The work spans across commercial and residential real estate, including acquisition finance, development finance, and refinancing.

You will also take a leading role in supervising junior team members, liaising directly with clients, and contributing to business development initiatives. The role is suited to someone confident handling transactions autonomously while supporting wider team objectives.

The Real Estate Finance Senior Solicitor

• A qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 6 years' post-qualification experience (PQE)

• Solid experience in real estate finance, ideally gained within a recognised commercial law firm

• Strong technical skills in secured lending, title review, and property due diligence

• Comfortable working closely with lenders, borrowers, and financial institutions

• Able to supervise junior solicitors and contribute to team growth

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills

In Return?

• Competitive salary of 90,000 to 115,000 depending on experience

• Central London location with modern offices

• Clear progression opportunities within an expanding team

• Exposure to high-quality real estate finance transactions

• Supportive working environment with strong leadership

• Generous benefits package including pension and bonus schemes

Keywords : Real Estate Finance Solicitor | Property Finance Lawyer | Senior Solicitor London | Secured Lending | Real Estate Law | Development Finance Solicitor

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.

If this job isn't right for you, but you are looking for a new job, please feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion on your career.

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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

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.

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.

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

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

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