Partner - Real Estate (Local Authority & Environmental Focus)

Job Description

A prestigious US law firm is seeking a highly experienced and accomplished Real Estate Partner to join its London office. This is a unique opportunity for a legal professional with a strong background in local authority real estate, environmental law, planning, and ESG to become an integral part of our dynamic and globally recognised practice.

About the Role:

The firm\’s Real Estate practice attracts institutional investors from around the world and operates across all property markets and sectors. As a Partner, you will play a key role in advising on complex, high-profile real estate matters, with a particular emphasis on local authority projects, environmental considerations, planning, and ESG-related transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and develop the firm\’s local authority real estate offering.
2. Provide strategic advice on environmental, planning, and ESG-related real estate matters.
3. Collaborate with our global real estate team on cross-border transactions.
4. Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, local authorities, and key stakeholders.
5. Mentor and develop junior lawyers within the practice.

Key Requirements:

1. Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with significant PQE.
2. Proven track record in generalist real estate, with a focus on local authority and environmental aspects.
3. Expertise in planning, environmental law, and ESG considerations in real estate transactions.
4. Strong business development skills and an established client following.
5. Ability to manage and drive complex transactions within an international firm.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

1. Global Reach: Work within an internationally renowned firm with a fully integrated real estate practice.
2. High-Profile Clients: Advise top-tier institutional investors and stakeholders in the real estate sector.
3. Collaborative Culture: Join a team of leading legal professionals working across multiple jurisdictions.
4. Career Growth: Exceptional leadership and development opportunities at the highest level of the profession.
5. Highly competitive salary and benefits package.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Real Estate Partner looking to make a significant impact within a top-tier US firm in London. If you have the expertise and drive to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you.

W&P Partners Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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