Contextual Overview
CMS UK, a Tier‑1 real‑estate practice in the Legal 500, is hiring a Real Estate Associate for its Bristol office. The role supports national and international investors and developers on high‑value property transactions.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Qualified residential transactional lawyer.
- Experience with statutory lease extensions under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993.
- Proven ability to draft and negotiate leases.
- Familiarity with residential tenancy law, including the Renters Rights Act 2025 and Tenant Fees Act 2019.
- Experience with licences to alter, licences to assign, deeds of variation, and property sales/refinance.
- 1‑3 years post‑qualification experience (1‑3PQE).
- Desirable but not essential: collective enfranchisement experience and knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Handle statutory lease‑extension claims and lease negotiations.
- Advise on residential tenancies and related statutory frameworks.
- Draft and manage licences to alter, licences to assign, and deeds of variation.
- Assist with sales, purchases, and refinancing of residential and mixed‑use properties.
- Support national and international investors and developers across the transaction lifecycle.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Compensation is described as a competitive basic salary (reviewed annually) with a generous bonus scheme, private medical insurance, flexible hybrid working, and other benefits. No specific salary figure is disclosed.
Official Notification & Contact Information
For further details, refer to CMS UK’s Careers/Rewards & Benefits page on their website. No direct contact email or phone number is provided in the posting.
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