Job Description

Real Estate Lawyer (Managing Associate)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £90,000 to £120,000 + bonus and benefits

Experience: 5+ years’ PQE

Our client is looking to recruit a Managing Associate into its Real Estate team in Manchester.

This is a great opportunity for a commercial property lawyer who wants a varied, high-quality workload, strong client exposure, and the chance to take on more responsibility as part of a busy and growing team. You will manage your own matters while also working closely with partners on major, high-value transactions. If you have started to develop a specialism within commercial property, the team will support you in deepening your expertise and building your profile.

A key part of the role is supporting the development of junior colleagues through supervision, mentoring and knowledge sharing.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising on a broad range of commercial property and real estate matters

• Managing landlord and tenant work, property management matters, and sales and acquisitions

• Supporting on large-scale, high-value transactions and complex projects

• Managing project workstreams, including large-scale lease or easement roll-outs

• Working closely with colleagues across the team to deliver high standards of client service

• Using legal technology to support efficient delivery and project management

• Building client relationships and contributing to business development activity

• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior team members

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

• 5+ years’ PQE with strong experience in commercial property and real estate matters

• Strong commercial judgement and a solutions-led approach

• Confidence managing stakeholders at all levels, internally and externally

• Excellent organisation and the ability to manage multiple deadlines

• A collaborative approach and genuine interest in developing others

Desirable

• Experience supporting large-scale development, regeneration or portfolio work

• Interest in process improvement and the practical use of legal technology

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £90,000 to £120,000 + bonus and benefits

• High-calibre work with strong client exposure

• A supportive, collaborative culture with clear progression opportunities

• Structured development support, including training, mentoring, coaching and regular check-ins

• A genuinely inclusive environment with active networks and a focus on belonging

Working Arrangements

Manchester. Full-time, permanent role.

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.