Senior Residential Development Lawyer

Overview

In this role you will advise for a leading national law firm on residential development matters, supporting housebuilders, developers and landowners. You will work within a collaborative Real Estate team on strategic land acquisitions, development agreements and large-scale projects, contributing to growth and market presence. The position offers high-quality work, progression opportunities and a strong focus on work-life balance and wellbeing. You will engage with top clients and shape complex development initiatives, driving value across nationwide projects.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• supportive, collaborative culture
• focus on employee wellbeing and professional growth
• opportunity for progression
• high-quality work
• competitive environment

Responsibilities

• Act for national and regional housebuilders, developers and landowners
• Advise on strategic land acquisitions and disposals
• Negotiate development, option and promotion agreements
• Support large-scale residential and mixed-use development projects
• Support business development initiatives and help grow the team's market presence

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with strong experience in residential development, commercial property or strategic land work
• Demonstrable experience acting for developers, housebuilders or landowners
• Strong technical ability combined with commercial awareness
• Excellent relationship-building and client management skills
• Ability to manage matters with a high degree of autonomy
• Team-focused approach with mentoring junior lawyers
• Enthusiasm for networking and business development

• relationship-building
• client management
• mentoring
• residential development experience
• commercial property knowledge
• strategic land work

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