Legal Counsel – Real Estate Investment and DevelopmentReal Estate Developer | Central LondonAbout Our ClientOur client is a privately owned, trusted group of companies focused on the student, build to rent, hotel and commercial sectors in London and across the United Kingdom. Founded in 2011, they have grown into a market‑leading real estate platform with assets under management of more than £2 billion. They are an end‑to‑end business, with capabilities spanning acquisition, design, planning, development, and asset management.The OpportunityOur client is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their legal team, providing support and advice on investment and development activities in real estate. Working collaboratively with the existing Senior Legal Counsel and guided by the Executive Director (also a qualified solicitor) and Investment Director, this is an excellent opportunity to become a trusted adviser working independently across multiple workstreams in a fast‑paced environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAcquisition & Pre-DevelopmentReviewing project proposals and assessing legal feasibilityConducting due diligence on property acquisitions and assessing legal risksInstructing external counsel on purchase agreements, option agreements, and related contractsDrafting and negotiating NDAs with partners and consultantsDesign & ConstructionDrafting and reviewing professional appointments for consultants and contractorsProviding legal oversight for construction contracts, warranties, and performance bondsAdvising on insurance coverage and liability issuesResolving disputes, claims, and change orders during constructionFundingAssisting in structuring financing arrangements including loans, equity investments, and joint venturesInstructing external counsel on loan agreements, security documents, and investment contractsEnsuring compliance with financing covenants and requirementsHandover & OperationsReviewing handover documentation and warrantiesAdvising on property management agreements and lease negotiationsAssisting with ongoing compliance, maintenance, and regulatory issuesDisposalsManaging legal aspects of property sales and instructing external counsel on sale agreementsOverseeing due diligence for potential buyersEnsuring proper title transfer and resolution of outstanding legal issuesYour ProfileEssentialQualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent) with 3+ years PQEAbility to work collaboratively and manage own workload to tight deadlinesSelf‑starting mentality with the ability to work independently and prioritise multiple workstreamsConfident, professional with excellent communication skillsKeen eye for detail and commitment to high standardsSkilled at turning complicated legal advice into digestible information for non‑legal colleaguesDesirablePrevious in‑house experience and/or exposure to multiple real‑estate asset classesPersonal QualitiesProactive approach with ability to work with initiative and discretionStrong relationship management skills, both internally and externallyMotivated to become a trusted adviser to the Group #J-18808-Ljbffr