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Senior Associate, Real Estate (Future Energy)

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Senior Associate opportunity within a national real estate team focused on future energy projects. The role is open to candidates based in Bristol, Belfast, Birmingham or Manchester and sits in a team that advises across renewable generation, battery storage, EV infrastructure and related land matters.

Day-to-day work includes drafting option agreements and leases, conducting title and due-diligence reviews, and supporting project finance and large-scale acquisition/disposal matters in collaboration with corporate, banking, planning and regulatory colleagues. The role offers early client contact, file ownership and opportunities to develop a renewable-energy specialism.

The team is large and multi-jurisdictional across the UK, acting for developers, investors, public bodies and other stakeholders on high-volume and high-profile real estate and future-energy transactions. The firm operates a collaborative culture with flexible working and standard employee benefits.

  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3–7 years PQE in real estate
  • Experience or demonstrable interest in renewable energy transactions (wind, solar, battery storage, EV infrastructure, hydro)
  • Proven ability to draft and negotiate leases, option agreements and carry out title/due-diligence searches
  • Comfort working with cross-discipline teams on financing and large-scale acquisitions/disposals; strong communication and organisational skills
  • Commercial awareness with some business development experience and the ability to mentor junior colleagues

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