Senior MLS Lawyer at Pinsent Masons in Leeds, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

lease negotiation

legal advisory

team leadership

compliance management

risk management

client liaison

Leading negotiation, drafting and oversight of leases, licences, variations, surrenders, extensions, consents and related agreements
Acting as the main legal point of contact for the client and internal teams, offering insights and solutions that align with the client’s strategic goals
Leading, managing and developing a team of legal professionals, sharing expertise in asset management fostering a high-performance culture
Working as a senior legal advisor on asset management for clients with an extensive property portfolio
Ensure compliance with all regulations and codes of practice affecting client’s portfolio
Proactively managing legal risks, especially those unique to the client industry

Requirements

qualified lawyer

8+ years

asset management

legal tech

complex portfolios

negotiation

Experience of commercial acquisitions/plot sales would be advantageous but not essential
Qualified Lawyer with a minimum of 8+ years’ PQE in English Law preferably gained within a busy asset management team
Extensive experience in asset management
Proficiency in the use of legal technology platforms and digital tools to manage client portfolios, track performance and compliance, and make data-driven decisions
Experience with complex asset management portfolios or large client accounts
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Tailored career development and support within our award-winning team
Contributory pension of up to 5%
Eligibility to apply for an interest free season ticket loan, an interest free gym membership loan and/or an interest free rental deposit loan
Private healthcare policy
Death in service cover (4 x base salary)
Electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
25 days’ annual leave entitlement and the opportunity to purchase or roll over 5 days
Carers’ leave (up to five paid days’ leave towards caring responsibilities)
Agile working (the opportunity to work from home, subject to diary commitments)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

two interview stages per vacancy
first stage conducted virtually
second stage conducted in person at the office
meet two members of the hiring team at each stage

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

19th century

Founded

Established in the 19th century, the firm has a long-standing history in the legal industry.

Focus on innovation and client-centered solutions supporting diverse industries.
Work spans high-profile infrastructure, energy, and technology projects worldwide.
Legal expertise covers construction law to commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
Reputation for delivering complex, cross-border projects with a collaborative approach.
Notable recent projects include advising on major renewable energy projects and global infrastructure initiatives.
Deep specialization in sectors such as energy, real estate, and transport.
Growth driven by commitment to excellence and ability to adapt to new challenges in the legal landscape.

Culture + Values

Approachable – down‑to‑earth, respectful; always open to support and advice, fostering two‑way collaboration.
Bold – prepared to take calculated risks, push boundaries, innovate and engage in honest conversations.
Connected – strong relationships internally and externally, working effectively together and staying connected to suppliers and communities.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2040

Global Sustainability Target

Achieved global net-zero target validated by Science Based Targets initiative, covering all scopes of emissions.

50% Emission Reduction

Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Target

Committed to reducing absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.

100% Renewable Energy

Sustainable Electricity Commitment

Aiming to source 100% renewable electricity across global estate by 2030.

40% Energy Reduction

UK Office Efficiency

Achieved a 40% reduction in energy consumption across UK offices since 2014.

Committed to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.
Pre-pandemic UK offices saw a 30% reduction in energy consumption – one year ahead of targets.
All single-use plastic disposables removed from UK catering; 100% of UK waste diverted from landfill.
Print volumes cut by ~75% since 2014; device numbers significantly reduced.
Engaging in Smart Buildings and Demand Side Response programmes to optimise energy use and monitor supply chain environmental performance via CDP.
Rolling out science-based emissions targets for SME suppliers, aiming for 50% of spend to be covered by suppliers with validated targets by 2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

33rd Rank

Social Mobility Index

Ranked 33rd in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2024, featured on the Social Mobility List 2024.

7 Year Streak

Top-10 Employer

Consistently ranked in the top-10 Working Families employers for seven consecutive years.

3,500 Employees

Legal Team & Workforce

~1,900 in the legal team, including ~490 partners, across an overall workforce of ~3,500 employees.

Recognised as Stonewall Top Global Employer in 2023.
Active inclusion network groups: Disability & Wellbeing, Family Matters, Female Futures, LGBT+, FREE (Faith, Race, Ethnicity, Equality), Neurodiversity, Inclusion Allies.
Benchmarked as Disability Confident Employer.

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Role

Description

lease negotiation

legal advisory

team leadership

compliance management

risk management

client liaison

Leading negotiation, drafting and oversight of leases, licences, variations, surrenders, extensions, consents and related agreements
Acting as the main legal point of contact for the client and internal teams, offering insights and solutions that align with the client’s strategic goals
Leading, managing and developing a team of legal professionals, sharing expertise in asset management fostering a high-performance culture
Working as a senior legal advisor on asset management for clients with an extensive property portfolio
Ensure compliance with all regulations and codes of practice affecting client’s portfolio
Proactively managing legal risks, especially those unique to the client industry

Requirements

qualified lawyer

8+ years

asset management

legal tech

complex portfolios

negotiation

Experience of commercial acquisitions/plot sales would be advantageous but not essential
Qualified Lawyer with a minimum of 8+ years’ PQE in English Law preferably gained within a busy asset management team
Extensive experience in asset management
Proficiency in the use of legal technology platforms and digital tools to manage client portfolios, track performance and compliance, and make data-driven decisions
Experience with complex asset management portfolios or large client accounts
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Tailored career development and support within our award-winning team
Contributory pension of up to 5%
Eligibility to apply for an interest free season ticket loan, an interest free gym membership loan and/or an interest free rental deposit loan
Private healthcare policy
Death in service cover (4 x base salary)
Electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
25 days’ annual leave entitlement and the opportunity to purchase or roll over 5 days
Carers’ leave (up to five paid days’ leave towards caring responsibilities)
Agile working (the opportunity to work from home, subject to diary commitments)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

two interview stages per vacancy
first stage conducted virtually
second stage conducted in person at the office
meet two members of the hiring team at each stage

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

19th century

Founded

Established in the 19th century, the firm has a long-standing history in the legal industry.

Focus on innovation and client-centered solutions supporting diverse industries.
Work spans high-profile infrastructure, energy, and technology projects worldwide.
Legal expertise covers construction law to commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
Reputation for delivering complex, cross-border projects with a collaborative approach.
Notable recent projects include advising on major renewable energy projects and global infrastructure initiatives.
Deep specialization in sectors such as energy, real estate, and transport.
Growth driven by commitment to excellence and ability to adapt to new challenges in the legal landscape.

Culture + Values

Approachable – down‑to‑earth, respectful; always open to support and advice, fostering two‑way collaboration.
Bold – prepared to take calculated risks, push boundaries, innovate and engage in honest conversations.
Connected – strong relationships internally and externally, working effectively together and staying connected to suppliers and communities.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2040

Global Sustainability Target

Achieved global net-zero target validated by Science Based Targets initiative, covering all scopes of emissions.

50% Emission Reduction

Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Target

Committed to reducing absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.

100% Renewable Energy

Sustainable Electricity Commitment

Aiming to source 100% renewable electricity across global estate by 2030.

40% Energy Reduction

UK Office Efficiency

Achieved a 40% reduction in energy consumption across UK offices since 2014.

Committed to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.
Pre-pandemic UK offices saw a 30% reduction in energy consumption – one year ahead of targets.
All single-use plastic disposables removed from UK catering; 100% of UK waste diverted from landfill.
Print volumes cut by ~75% since 2014; device numbers significantly reduced.
Engaging in Smart Buildings and Demand Side Response programmes to optimise energy use and monitor supply chain environmental performance via CDP.
Rolling out science-based emissions targets for SME suppliers, aiming for 50% of spend to be covered by suppliers with validated targets by 2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

33rd Rank

Social Mobility Index

Ranked 33rd in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2024, featured on the Social Mobility List 2024.

7 Year Streak

Top-10 Employer

Consistently ranked in the top-10 Working Families employers for seven consecutive years.

3,500 Employees

Legal Team & Workforce

~1,900 in the legal team, including ~490 partners, across an overall workforce of ~3,500 employees.

Recognised as Stonewall Top Global Employer in 2023.
Active inclusion network groups: Disability & Wellbeing, Family Matters, Female Futures, LGBT+, FREE (Faith, Race, Ethnicity, Equality), Neurodiversity, Inclusion Allies.
Benchmarked as Disability Confident Employer.

Articles

Careers at Pinsent Masons

Pinsent Masons Insights

Pinsent Masons News