Real Estate Associate

A leading UK law firm with a network of offices from the South Coast to Scotland, working together as one national team. An innovative practice and the first top 50 law firm to achieve “Platinum Standard” Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm. The lack of barriers between departments, a real lack of hierarchy, zero tolerance for arrogance makes Shoosmiths a fantastic place to work.

Our Real Estate group is one of the largest real estate teams in the UK, advising an impressive range of clients including commercial and residential developers, investors, major corporate occupiers and banks/funders. Offering exceptional market knowledge the team holds an outstanding reputation with clients and the market generally. “Clients are full of admiration for this team, noting it combines outstanding technical expertise with a “very” responsive service” (Chambers).

We seek an additional commercial real estate associate to join our thriving and supportive team. Our Real Estate division is at the forefront of the firm’s strategic growth where you'll be exposed to a great variety of commercial property matters. You will be as passionate as we are when it comes to all things property law and will be skilled in acquisitions and disposals and landlord and tenant matters. General commercial property lawyers are encouraged to apply and there is opportunity to develop specialism in the medium term. This is an exciting time to be joining our London office and you will be a key individual in the development of our brand.

You will be working with people who thrive on being pro-active, bringing energy and ideas to make a real difference to clients. You will be expected to make things happen and take initiative from day one. If you join us, we will give you the support to build your career and boost your skills.

Our approach to our people is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion and well being. Our ambition is to build a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and talents, and a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.

This means that everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, whatever their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.