Commercial Real Estate - Senior Associate / Partner in Edinburgh

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A truly unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Senior Associate or Partner to join an award-winning Legal 500-ranked team known for delivering exceptional service to a diverse client base.

This role offers the chance to work with a broad range of clients across both the public and private sectors, contributing to complex transactions and major real estate projects across Scotland.

You will join a dynamic and highly regarded commercial property team, engaging directly with clients while playing a key role in delivering high-profile projects.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Transactions

• Advise a diverse portfolio of real estate clients across multiple sectors.
• Lead and support transactions involving sales, acquisitions, funding structures, and development projects.
• Prepare, negotiate, and implement commercial property documentation.

Project & Sector Work

• Contribute to the delivery of housing projects within the private sector.
• Support the wider real estate practice on a range of property matters across Scotland.
• Play an active role in major projects and cross-border transactions.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agents, and key stakeholders.
• Provide commercially focused and practical legal advice.

Team Development

• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Participate in business development initiatives and wider firm projects.
• Continue developing sector-specific real estate expertise

Candidate Profile

We are keen to hear from individuals who:

• Have significant experience in commercial real estate law.
• Are commercially minded with a strong interest in the real estate sector.
• Can balance attention to detail with pragmatic client advice.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and can manage competing priorities effectively.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key role within major projects, work on cross-border deals, and independently manage transactions for clients operating in the Scottish real estate market.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact:
Michelle Beaumont.