Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Real Estate Finance Solicitor to join a well-regarded and client-focused law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor with recent experience in real estate finance who is looking to develop their career in a supportive, collaborative environment.

This is a permanent, full-time role based in the Central London area with flexible hybrid working options available.

Key focus areas:

· Act for lenders and borrowers on a broad range of real estate finance matters, including commercial and residential lending, development financings, refinancing, and portfolio financings.

· Draft, review and negotiate security documents such as legal charges, debentures, guarantees, intercreditor deeds and loan agreements.

· Conduct detailed due diligence on title, corporate and security matters, identify and manage risk and propose pragmatic solutions to protect client interests.

· Advise on and assist with completion, post-completion matters and enforcement action where necessary.

· Liaise with covenantors, trustees, funders, property managers, valuers, and other professional advisers to achieve efficient transaction progression.

· Maintain accurate file records, comply with the firm’s risk and compliance procedures, and ensure adherence to Anti-Money Laundering and regulatory requirements.

· Keep up to date with changes in property, insolvency and finance law and implement best practice within the team.

Key skills required:

• Qualified Solicitor (min 3 years PQE) with recent experience in real estate finance or banking within a law firm or in-house legal team.

• Strong technical knowledge of mortgage and security law, land registration, leasehold and freehold matters, and corporate security structures.

• Demonstrable experience drafting and negotiating complex finance and security documentation with excellent attention to detail.

• Good commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice to clients under time pressures.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of client care.

• Excellent communication skills, able to build and maintain professional relationships with clients, lenders, brokers and third parties.

• Proactive, collaborative team player with a commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing.

• Digital literacy, including experience with legal case management systems and Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with e-conveyancing portals is advantageous.

Benefits and professional development:

• Competitive salary with annual review and clear progression opportunities within the firm.

• Hybrid working arrangements.

• Support for ongoing training, professional qualifications and membership fees where applicable.

• Collaborative team culture with opportunities to work on a diverse range of real estate finance matters.