The team advises UHNW individuals, families, property companies and private banks on a broad range of premium residential property transactions across prime central London and regional England. The work is sophisticated and fast‑paced, with a growing emphasis on complex second‑hand acquisitions, including listed buildings and bespoke title arrangements, alongside selective new‑build matters.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Acting on high‑value residential acquisitions and disposals, typically ranging from £5m to £20m
• Handling freehold and leasehold transactions, including complex title structures
• Advising on residential financing, acting for both borrowers and lenders
• Managing lender requirements, enquiries and conditions, including refinances
• Drafting and negotiating transactional documentation, including contracts, transfers and ancillary agreements
• Preparing detailed Reports on Title tailored to sophisticated private clients and advisers
• Advising on and managing lettings, licences to assign, underlet and alter, and deeds of variation
• Preparing and submitting SDLT forms and managing post‑completion registrations
• Conducting and overseeing AML, client onboarding and compliance processes
• Managing a busy, time‑sensitive caseload, with significant responsibility for day‑to‑day file control and client communication

This position suits a commercially minded associate who is highly organised, confident dealing directly with premium clients, and comfortable operating in a high‑quality residential practice.

Applicants should have strong residential property experience gained within a reputable Legal-500 London firm.