Property Counsel

Property Counsel

Application Deadline: 7 September 2026

Department: Corporate

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Reporting To: Robin Creek

Description

London Hybrid 2+ PQE

Looking to make the move in house or take the next step in your real estate legal career?

The Arch Company is looking for a Property Counsel to join its growing legal team, supporting one of the UK's most unique and diverse commercial property portfolios.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded real estate lawyer to move beyond traditional private practice, working closely with asset managers, leasing teams and senior stakeholders to deliver practical legal advice that directly shapes the business.

Key Accountabilities What you'll be doing

• Drafting, negotiating and completing a wide range of commercial leases and other transactional property documentation
• Managing lease renewals, including matters under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• Conducting title investigations and handling HM Land Registry matters
• Advising on day to day property legal queries across the business
• Supporting a busy, high volume leasing function while helping develop paralegals
• Working alongside senior colleagues and external counsel on more complex property matters where required

Why Join?

• Work for one of the UK's leading real estate businesses
• Broad, hands on in house role with genuine commercial exposure
• Collaborate closely with experienced legal and property professionals
• Gain exposure to a varied UK wide property portfolio and high profile leasing activity
• Enjoy greater ownership, autonomy and business partnering than traditional private practice

If you're a real estate lawyer looking for a role where you can make a tangible commercial impact while developing your in house career, we'd love to hear from you.