Solicitor Real Estate

Job Title: Solicitor - Real Estate

Ready to take your career to the next level

Were one of the UKs most forward-thinking law firms built on a foundation of innovation collaboration and ambition. Join us and lets shape the future together.

* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Solicitor
• Team:Real Estate
• Location: Belfast (office based)
• Working Pattern: Full time

What youll do

In this role youll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of high-quality commercial property matters while developing your expertise within a supportive and collaborative team. Youll:

• Advise on a wide variety of commercial property transactions including acquisitions disposals landlord and tenant matters development projects and asset management work.
• Support clients involved in major energy and infrastructure projects helping to deliver strategic land agreements and renewable energy initiatives.
• Work with a diverse client base including developers investors institutional lenders landlords tenants and public sector organisations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across our highly regarded Property team to deliver practical commercially focused advice and excellent client service.
• Build strong relationships with clients and develop your own network contributing to the long-term success of the team.
• Play an active role in sharing knowledge supporting junior colleagues and contributing to the teams continued growth and development.

What were looking for

Were looking to hear from an ambitious Solicitor with strong commercial property experience who is keen to develop their career within a dynamic and growing team.

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ2 years PQE) with a strong foundation in commercial property work. Experience within the energy and infrastructure sectors would be advantageous.
• A commercially minded approach with the confidence to take ownership of matters and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to provide practical client-focused advice.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Proactive driven and enthusiastic with a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
• An interest in innovation continuous improvement and finding better ways of working.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey McKees were committed to making a difference for our people our clients and society. Heres what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names thriving startups and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human entrepreneurial inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
• In June 2025 McKees joined forces with Foot Anstey enabling us to better support our clients and create more opportunities for our employees.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Employee sabbaticals
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. mental health support gym memberships).
• An open flexible working environment.

Ready to apply

• Hit the Apply Now button.
• Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
• Our team will review your application and be in touch whatever the outcome.
• Invited for interview
• With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
• Were here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments were more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview well contact you to discuss the themes well cover and answer any questions you might have.
• If youd like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview just let us know.

Lets make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1