Legal Counsel
Posted 2 hours 19 minutes ago by Sellick Partnership
Legal Counsel (Real Estate)
London, Hybrid Working
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Sellick Partnership is supporting a market-leading infrastructure business in the search for a Junior Counsel to join its UK legal team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior real estate solicitor to make a first move in-house, joining a high-performing, close-knit legal team with strong visibility across the business and exposure to high-volume, exciting projects.
The Junior Counsel will be responsible for:
Managing a high-volume of end-to-end UK real estate transactions
Drafting and negotiating property documents
Conducting due diligence and supporting acquisitions across the portfolio
Handling Land Registry submissions, requisitions, and post-completion processes
Supporting internal estates and development teams with legal input and updates
Managing contractual relationships with third-party operators (licensing agreements)
Advising on day-to-day property issues, including operational and dispute matters
Supporting wider corporate acquisitions and asset lifecycle management
The Ideal Experience & Skills for the Junior Counsel:
UK-qualified solicitor with up to 2 years' PQE
Strong knowledge in commercial real estate (essential)
Experience with Land Registry processes and requisitions
Exposure to high-volume transactional work
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
A "hands-on" mindset with a willingness to learn and develop
The Junior Counsel Benefits include:
Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
25 days annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays
Private health insurance
Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
Life insurance (3x salary)
Group income protection
Hybrid working (3-4 days in the office)
How to Apply:
To apply for the Junior Counsel role, please contact Alfie Paul at Sellick Partnership. Alternatively, apply via the website now and a consultant will be in touch!
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