Professional Support Lawyer - Real Estate

Job title

Professional Support Lawyer (PSL)

Department

Real Estate

Our Purpose

To forge long-term relationships that have a positive impact on our people, our clients, our business partners, and our community.

Our Commitment to Our People

We do not think there is a magic formula to the Higgs culture. The key is to listen to and respect our people. If we take care of our people and our people take care of our clients, then everything we want as a firm will take care of itself. We are friendly and open to new ideas.

Our Core Values

Higgs core values are “CLEAR” – Care, Legacy, Excellence, Authenticity, Relationships

Role Purpose

The PSL for the Real Estate department will provide legal research, analysis and guidance and support to ensure compliance with current laws and regulations. In addition, the PSL will facilitate knowledge sharing, develop precedents and keep the department updated on industry trends and best practices, enhancing the efficiency and quality of work delivered to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain key precedent documents, guidance materials and resources.
• Deliver internal training, workshops and induction sessions for lawyers and support staff.
• Organise and provide bespoke client training and sector‑specific knowledge resources.
• Respond to ad hoc queries from real estate lawyers and assist with drafting and reviewing documents.
• Research legal and policy developments and produce briefings, practice notes and guidance.
• Update lawyers on legal developments and support business development and client‑care initiatives.
• Conduct file reviews and create checklists, protocols and best‑practice standards for the department.
• Act as departmental compliance champion and support profile‑raising efforts, including legal directory submissions and content for online platforms.

Person Specification

• Experience in providing recognised expertise that supports good decision-making, consistent quality, and the development of others.
• Demonstrates efficient and commercially aware practice, with an ability to recognise sector developments and adjust approach to meet evolving needs.
• A proven ability to understand what matters to stakeholders and strengthen relationships.
• A people centered approach to identify opportunities and contribute to the firm’s success through collaborative engagement.
• Ability to model constructive behaviours, support colleagues and help create a clear sense of direction through good judgement and positive influence.
• Ability to manage complex and competing demands with confidence, provide clear and reasoned guidance, and build effective working relationships across the business.
• Shows a clear understanding of financial hygiene and contributes to achieving team and individual performance goals.

Technical Know How

• Qualified solicitor with significant experience in commercial real estate law
• Strong research and analytical skills, with a deep understanding of real estate law principles and regulations
• Demonstratable commitment to staying updated on developments in real estate law and contributing to the professional knowhow of colleagues

What We Offer You

We offer more than just a job. Our benefits reflect our commitment to your development, wellbeing and work-life balance. Click here to discover more.

Higgs offers hybrid working wherever possible. Our Higgs’ Best FIT (flexible, inclusive, together) principles are designed to ensure that people can complete their best work from the most appropriate location. If you are looking to work flexibly then let us know and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

We also encourage a ‘dress for your diary’ approach which means dressing in a manner appropriate for your schedule or the specific appointments you have on any given day.

Equal Opportunities

Higgs LLP is proud to be a signatory of The Law Society’s Diversity, Inclusion Charter and a Disability Confident Committed Employer. These commitments reflect our dedication to building a workplace that is inclusive, accessible, and welcoming to all. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

As part of our Disability Confident commitment, we offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role and choose to opt into the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

We are also committed to ensuring that all applicants can fully participate in the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know by contacting us at recruitment@higgsllp.co.uk

We recognise that inclusion is an ongoing journey, and we regularly review and publish our diversity data, which can be accessed here.

People Driven. Legal Excellence.