London | Hybrid | 2+ PQE
Looking to make the move in-house or take the next step in your real estate legal career?
The Arch Company is looking for a Property Counsel to join its growing legal team, supporting one of the UK's most unique and diverse commercial property portfolios.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded real estate lawyer to move beyond traditional private practice, working closely with asset managers, leasing teams and senior stakeholders to deliver practical legal advice that directly shapes the business.
What you'll be doing
✔ Drafting, negotiating and completing a wide range of commercial leases and other transactional property documentation
✔ Managing lease renewals, including matters under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
✔ Conducting title investigations and handling HM Land Registry matters
✔ Advising on day-to-day property legal queries across the business
✔ Supporting a busy, high-volume leasing function while helping develop paralegals
✔ Working alongside senior colleagues and external counsel on more complex property matters where required
Why join?
Work for one of the UK's leading real estate businesses
- ️ Broad, hands-on in-house role with genuine commercial exposure
Collaborate closely with experienced legal and property professionals
Gain exposure to a varied UK-wide property portfolio and high-profile leasing activity
Enjoy greater ownership, autonomy and business partnering than traditional private practice
If you're a real estate lawyer looking for a role where you can make a tangible commercial impact while developing your in-house career, I'd love to hear from you.
The Arch Company offers more commercial space for small and medium-sized businesses to rent than any other provider in the UK, supporting thousands of business owners who play a vital role in the UK economy. Established in 2019, our spaces are deeply connected to the rich history and heritage of the railway. Our portfolio spans 24.8 million sq. ft. and includes 5,300 properties, such as railway arches, former station buildings, and parcels of land, many situated in prime urban locations.
Our mission is to create environments where businesses can thrive. As a values-led company, we are dedicated to accountability, making a positive impact, fostering strong business practices, and unlocking potential. We play a crucial role in local economies by supporting job creation and driving economic growth. Backed by our shareholder, Blackstone Property Partners, we have ambitious plans to invest £200 million to revitalize 1,000 previously empty and derelict spaces by 2030 as part of our 'Project 1000' initiative.
Through our ESG Strategy we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We are a member of Real Estate Balance, who help us benchmark ourselves within the industry, and we have a staff DE&I Board to champion DE&I in the company. We are open to flexible working arrangements and offer a comprehensive benefits package, as outlined above.
We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we're committed to providing everyone with a fair chance at success, no matter where they come from or who they are. If you're excited to be part of a company that champions diversity and inclusion but don’t meet every requirement in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this role or for other opportunities within our organization.
For more information on Benefits, DE&I and open Vacancies, please visit our careers page.
