Real Estate Associate (3+ PQE)

Associate - Real Estate
Location: Glasgow
Team: L500 Ranked Real Estate Team
Salary: Lucrative salary + excellent benefits package

The Role
A rapidly growing Scottish firm is seeking a talented Associate (3+ PQE) to join its L500 ranked, award-winning Real Estate team in Glasgow.

As the Scottish legal market continues to evolve, this firm is setting the pace within the Real Estate sector, offering a platform for ambitious lawyers looking to take the next step in their career.

Once you join the firm, you collaborate with a high-performing team, gaining exposure to high-quality work while developing your technical expertise under the guidance of experienced and well-known Partners.

From day one, this role offers genuine responsibility, exposure to high-calibre clients and a clear pathway for progression, positioning you to become a highly regarded Real Estate Solicitor in Scotland.

The Work

• Assist on a broad range of commercial real estate transactions, including sales, purchases and leases
• Draft and negotiate contracts and ancillary documentation
• Review property titles and leases, preparing detailed client reports
• Support on development agreements and property management matters
• Act for a diverse client base including developers, investors, corporates and HNW individuals
• Maintain regular client contact, delivering clear and pragmatic advice
• Collaborate with colleagues across the wider firm on complex matters
• Support business development initiatives and client relationship building
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to the overall teams development

Your Experience

• Scottish Real Estate Lawyer with a minimum of 3+ years PQE
• Experience handling commercial property matters
• Strong drafting skills with a commercial mindset
• Confident communicator with good client-care skills
• Organised, proactive and keen to take ownership of work
• Interest in developing long-term client relationships and progressing within a growing team

Why This Role?

• Join a well-established and growing L500 ranked Real Estate team
• Exposure to high-quality work and an impressive, varied client base
• Supportive environment with strong mentoring and training
• Clear and achievable progression pathway
• Flexible working is embedded into the firm's culture
• Lucrative salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Award-winning firm recognised for its people-focused approach

If you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at tilly@jmc-legal.com or 0131 460 7747 for a confidential discussion.