Interim Residential Development Lawyer - 3 Month FTC

Jameson Legal.; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal team in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Real Estate Lawyer for an interim role focusing on residential development transactions. The position offers flexible working arrangements and requires a minimum of 5 years PQE. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in drafting and negotiating option agreements and managing their own caseload. This role offers an opportunity to work with major UK housebuilders in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in real estate law.
• Experience in handling residential development transactions.
• Ability to work independently and manage own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Support a busy period for a real estate legal team in Cardiff.
• Draft and negotiate various real estate agreements.
• Work with a high-profile client base including major UK housebuilders.

Skills

Real estate law

Residential development transactions

Drafting and negotiating agreements

Case management

Job description

We are currently looking to speak with experienced Real Estate Lawyers who specialise in residential development for an interim opportunity with a leading legal team. This role will support a busy period for a real estate legal team based in Cardiff. The team offers flexible working arrangements in the lead-up to the end of the year and into early 2026. This position falls under IR35 regulations, and they are looking for a lawyer who can start in early November.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years PQE in real estate law
• Strong experience in residential development transactions
• Confident handling: Drafting and negotiating option agreements, "Golden brick" transactions and Development title reports
• Able to work independently and manage own caseload

This is a great opportunity to work with a high-profile client base, including major UK housebuilders, in a supportive and flexible environment.

For a confidential chat about this or other roles we are handling, please contact Solomon Cairns.

Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.