Commercial Real Estate Solicitor Opportunity
Location: Guildford
Firm: Top-Tier Law Firm
Position: Commercial Real Estate Associate
Experience Level: 1-3 years PQE

The Role:
A well-regarded law firm in the South East is seeking an ambitious Commercial Real Estate Solicitor to join their highly respected Real Estate department. Known for its collaborative and supportive culture, the team is recognized by leading legal directories as one of the strongest practices outside London. The department comprises six partners and thirteen lawyers, supported by PSLs, paralegals, and a range of online resources.

About the Team and Work:
This role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-quality real estate work, with expertise across:

• Development
• Investment
• Corporate Occupiers (including retail, office, and industrial sectors)
• Banking

The team represents mid-tier businesses, household-name PLCs, international groups, and high-net-worth private clients, providing an exciting and varied caseload. The successful candidate will work closely with multiple partners, handle cases independently when needed, and participate in both small and larger teams on complex matters.

Qualifications and Experience:
Ideal candidates will have:

• 1-3 years PQE, ideally from a major City or reputable national/regional practice
• Strong academic background
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach
• A proactive, business development-focused mindset, with the desire to build client relationships and make a lasting impact

The firm offers excellent coaching, supervision, and training, creating valuable career growth opportunities for associates aiming for partnership.

Benefits and Package:
The firm provides a competitive salary (market-leading for the South East) and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay
• Flexible and Agile Working Policy
• Annual Travel Allowance Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan
• Profit Share and Bonus Schemes

Additional benefits include critical illness insurance, buy/sell holiday scheme, dental insurance, cycle-to-work schemes, gym membership discounts, cashback options, and more.

The Opportunity:
This role offers a chance to grow within a respected team, with structured career development and long-term partnership prospects. Ideal for a driven solicitor eager to make an impact, contribute to business development and work with a diverse and sophisticated client base.

How to Apply:
Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other real estate opportunities with ranked teams in Surrey so would be interested to talk to any real estate lawyer.