Development (Plot Sales) Fee Earner

TSR Legal; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Gloucester is seeking a Development (Plot Sales) Fee Earner. This role involves managing residential development sales on behalf of commercial developer clients. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor or FCILEx, with strong communication and relationship management skills. Full training is provided, and applications from non-qualified individuals with relevant experience are encouraged. The firm offers a competitive salary of up to around £50k based on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or FCILEx, applications from non-qualified candidates with fee earning experience encouraged.
• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and adapt to changing business needs.

Responsibilities

• Managing the site set-up of new development sites.
• Preparing road, sewer, infrastructure, and service agreements.
• Drafting contracts and transfers for plot sales.
• Responding to enquiries from buyers’ legal representatives.
• Handling exchange and completion of sales.
• Completing SDLT returns and registrations.
• Supervising junior team members.
• Managing all other legal matters related to development sites.

Skills

Strong communication

Client care

Relationship management

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to work proactively

Highly organised

Confident with legal IT systems

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Qualified Solicitor (SRA) or FCILEx

Job description

Development (Plot Sales) Fee Earner

Gloucester
Development Plot Sales

About the Firm

TSR Legal are proud to be working with a well-established law firm with over 30 years’ experience and a national reputation for excellence in the Property sector. With offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham and the city, the firm provides a wide range of legal services for both businesses and individuals.

The firm places great emphasis on their people — believing staff are at the heart of the firm’s success. They are committed to supporting a positive work-life balance, professional development, and long-term career progression.

This position has become available due to continued growth within the Development Plot Sales Department.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development (Plot Sales) Fee Earner to join the Gloucester office. The successful candidate will handle all aspects of residential development sales on behalf of commercial developer clients, including the day-to-day running of sale files, part exchanges, and site set‑ups.

You’ll be working alongside a team of around 20 experienced professionals and enjoy exposure to a strong client portfolio, including FTSE 100-listed companies and 5-star HBF-rated builders. While property law experience (residential or commercial) is essential, specific plot sales experience is not required — full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the site set‑up of new development sites (training provided).
• Preparing road, sewer, infrastructure, and service agreements, as well as related transfers, leases, or easements.
• Drafting contracts, transfers, and leases for plot sales and part‑exchange transactions.
• Responding to enquiries from buyers’ legal representatives.
• Reporting to clients on part‑exchange properties.
• Handling exchange and completion of sales and purchases.
• Completing SDLT returns and registrations.
• Meeting billing targets as agreed with the Head of Department.
• Supervising junior team members as required.
• Managing all other legal matters relating to development sites post‑acquisition.

About You

Essential Criteria

• Qualified Solicitor (SRA) or FCILEx. Applications are encouraged from those who are non qualified who have experience of fee earning.
• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Strong communication, client care, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work proactively.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Confident with legal IT systems and Microsoft Office.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and adapt to changing business needs.

Desirable Criteria

• Newly Qualified to 2 years PQE.
• Knowledge or prior experience in Property Law.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary – up to circa £50k DOE

Apply today or contact TSR Legal for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. Contact Hannah Williams in confidence on 02920 388100 / [e-mail]