Development Fee Earner (5 years PQE +)

LAW Absolute; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded law firm in Farnborough is seeking an experienced Real Estate Development Solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join their award-winning team. The role includes advising on a variety of residential and mixed-use projects, with responsibilities such as managing site acquisitions and complex transactions. This firm offers a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and a hybrid working environment, along with strong career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous fee earner bonus

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Free on-site parking

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure

Perkbox membership

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE in Real Estate / Development required.
• Confident in managing complex transactions.
• Proactive mindset and ambition to grow.

Responsibilities

• Advise on residential and mixed-use projects.
• Handle strategic site acquisitions and disposals.
• Assist with planning and Section 106 agreements.

Skills

Real Estate / Development experience

Strong technical knowledge

Managing complex transactions

Building client relationships

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Real Estate Development Solicitor – 5+ PQE | Farnborough | Top 500 Firm

I’m delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded Top 500 law firm who are looking to expand their award-winning Real Estate team with an experienced Development Solicitor (5+ years PQE), based in their Farnborough office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a Legal 500 Tier 2 ranked department, known for its collaborative culture, client excellence, and ambitious growth.

The Role

You’ll be joining a leading Development team advising on a wide range of residential and mixed-use projects.
Your work will include:

• Strategic site acquisitions and disposals
• Conditional contracts, options, and promotion agreements
• Planning and Section 106 agreements
• Infrastructure and utility arrangements
• Plot sales and ongoing site disposals

You’ll work closely with experienced Partners, supporting developer clients throughout the full project lifecycle — from initial land acquisition through to completion.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years’ PQE in Real Estate / Development
• Strong technical knowledge with a commercial approach
• Confident in managing complex transactions and building client relationships
• Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset
• Ambitious and keen to grow within a forward-thinking firm

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Generous fee earner bonus
• Hybrid working and flexible core hours
• Free on-site parking
• Comprehensive benefits package including: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• 25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure
• Perkbox membership and pension scheme

Clear progression opportunities — with scope to develop into leadership roles This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated solicitor looking to take the next step in their career with a firm that values growth, collaboration, and excellence.

To discuss this role in confidence, please get in touch, I’d be happy to share more details about the team, culture, and progression on offer.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.