Commercial Property Lawyer, Belfast

Company: Abacus Recruitment
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Location: Belfast
Job Description:

Overview

In this leadership role, you will advise on high-stakes property matters within energy and infrastructure, guiding projects from development to construction at local, national and international levels. You will lead a team to draft and negotiate complex property agreements and support ongoing client needs. This is a career-defining opportunity with equity potential, flexible time control, and a dynamic Belfast-based practice serving top energy clients.

Pay / Benefits

  • equity stake
  • flexible time/control of time
  • career progression
  • Belfast location
  • competitive salary 90000-125000
  • permanent position

Responsibilities

  • Lead advisory on property matters for energy and infrastructure projects
  • Draft and negotiate complex commercial property agreements (acquisitions, disposals, leases, financings, joint ventures)
  • Oversee development and construction of major energy/infrastructure projects (onshore, offshore, EV, road, rail, airports)
  • Manage and support an established legal team to meet client demands
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver client outcomes

Key requirements

  • specified PQE in commercial property law with substantial energy/infrastructure experience
  • strong track record in energy and renewables projects
  • experience at partner level or near partner level with leadership potential
  • jurisdictional breadth including NI, ROI, Scotland, England & Wales
  • reputable law firm or in-house environment
  • leadership
  • team management
  • stakeholder engagement
  • commercial property transactions
  • energy/infrastructure project experience
  • drafting and negotiating complex agreements

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Posted: October 8th, 2026