About the Role
Leading Global Law Firm | Real Estate Associate (Regeneration & Infrastructure) | 3+ Years PQEJoin a specialist Regeneration Development & Infrastructure team focused on major energy and utilities projects, with the flexibility to be based across any of the firm's Northern offices.The Firm This is a leading global law firm with a significant UK presence and a reputation for integrated legal and business services. It works with national and multinational clients across the public and private sectors, combining sector expertise with a forward-thinking, commercially sharp approach. The Team The Regeneration Development & Infrastructure team specialises in large-scale projects, acting for national and local government, public-private partnerships, and major energy and utility clients. The team is part of a wider real estate practice that brings together specialists in grant funding, planning, compulsory purchase, subsidy control, commercial, and construction law to provide a full-service offering.This particular sub-group focuses on property-related legal matters across the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors, advising on land rights, access, and assembly for critical projects such as grid upgrades and pipeline installations. The work is technically demanding, collaborative, and sits at the intersection of real estate, infrastructure, and public sector delivery.The Role You will support the delivery of major projects by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating property agreements including leases, easements, wayleaves, licences, and land acquisition documents. You will advise on land rights and title issues, conduct due diligence, manage land access strategies, and negotiate third-party rights and consents. You will also contribute to legal project management, ensuring the efficient delivery of legal services within multi-disciplinary project teams.The Ideal CandidateQualified solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years' PQEStrong experience in commercial real estate law, with exposure to utilities, infrastructure, or energy sector workExcellent drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage complex transactions and multiple stakeholdersKnowledge of statutory undertaker rights and land lawExperience working with public sector bodies or regulated industries is highly valuedA collaborative team player, comfortable working across multi-disciplinary teams and contributing to project deliveryWhat's on OfferHigh-quality, project-focused work on major energy and utility mandates with real national significanceThe backing of a large, supportive real estate practice with integrated specialist expertiseA progressive, inclusive culture with a commitment to wellbeing and career developmentCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefitsApply now for immediate consideration.