Real Estate Solicitor, Snr Associate, Belfast

Company: Abacus Recruitment
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Location: Belfast
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you join Belfast’s respected real estate team to manage a broad range of property matters for national and international clients. You will contribute to high‑quality acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant work, development projects, and finance-related real estate elements within corporate transactions. You’ll work closely with partners in a collaborative, supportive culture that prioritises professional development and work‑life balance. The opportunity offers visibility, progression, and a modern hybrid working environment as you shape complex deals and client service. A strong real estate background and proactive, client‑focused approach will help you accelerate your 6+

Pay / Benefits

  • work-life balance
  • professional development
  • hybrid working
  • wellbeing focus
  • career progression

Responsibilities

  • Manage a broad range of real estate matters including commercial property acquisitions and disposals
  • Handle landlord and tenant matters
  • Oversee development projects (residential, commercial, mixed-use)
  • Coordinate property finance and refinancing work
  • Contribute real estate insights to corporate transactions

Key requirements

  • 4+ years PQE in real estate law
  • NI qualified; ROI/E&W qualification a bonus
  • strong background in real estate law
  • commercial awareness
  • excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
  • proactive, team-oriented with ability to manage matters independently
  • client-focused
  • strong communication
  • negotiation
  • real estate law
  • drafting
  • negotiation

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Posted: September 14th, 2026