Douglas Scott are excited to partner with a global law firm to recruit a talented Real Estate Solicitor to join their renowned Real Estate team in Scotland. This opportunity offers the chance to work within a market-leading practice, combining world-class expertise with a forward-thinking and flexible working culture. About the RoleOur client’s Real Estate team has a stellar reputation across a wide range of industries and markets. Their Scotland-based team plays a key role in delivering seamless, award-winning services across the full spectrum of real estate work, including:

Development
Joint ventures
Structured investments
Acquisitions and disposals
Landlord and tenant matters
Retail and real estate finance
Construction and property litigation

The team represents high-profile clients covering retail, government and transport sectors, combining cutting-edge legal expertise with deep market and industry knowledge. Key ResponsibilitiesAs part of the team, you will work on a wide range of UK and international real estate transactions, delivering client-focused, commercially minded solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

Advising on development and infrastructure projects.
Handling investment-based acquisitions and disposals, including corporate share acquisitions.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams, including construction and planning specialists.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial real estate documents (e.g., sale/purchase contracts, easements, licences, agreements for lease).
Conducting real estate due diligence, including preparing and reviewing certificates/reports on title.
Managing asset and portfolio work and advising on general landlord/tenant leasing matters.

Candidate ProfileWe are looking for a solicitor with:

Expertise in development, infrastructure projects, and investment transactions.
Experience with multidisciplinary projects involving construction and planning colleagues.
Strong skills in drafting and negotiating real estate documents.
A background in real estate due diligence and portfolio management.
A commercially driven, client-focused approach to problem-solving.
6+ PQE working at a comparable law firm.

Why Join This Team?This is a rare opportunity to join a globally recognised firm offering:

Work on high-profile, high-value real estate transactions across domestic and international markets.
Flexible and remote working options within a well-supported structure.
A collaborative, innovative culture that values professional growth and expertise.

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career aspirations, I'd love to hear from you. Contact me at or for a confidential discussion or to submit your application.

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