Residential Development Partner

BCL Legal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Birmingham seeks a Real Estate Partner to join their Residential Development team, focusing on housebuilder clients. The role encompasses leading high-value transactions, fostering client relationships, and mentoring team members. Candidates should possess over 10 years' PQE in commercial property, with a strong background in residential development. The firm offers competitive remuneration, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive environment with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive partner-level remuneration

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' PQE in commercial property.
• Current Partner or a Senior Associate/Legal Director with leadership potential.
• Experience advising on residential development or working with housebuilders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the firm's housebuilder offering across the Midlands.
• Act as a trusted adviser to residential developers.
• Manage key client relationships and high-value transactions.

Skills

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Technical legal skills

Business development

Team leadership

Education

10 years' PQE in commercial property

Job description

Real Estate Partner - Residential Development | Leading National Law Firm | Birmingham

BCL Legal is delighted to be assisting a highly respected national law firm with the recruitment of a Real Estate Partner to join its highly regarded Residential Development team in Birmingham, with a focus on the housebuilder sector. This is a rare opportunity to join a nationally recognised team with a strong client base and a clear strategy for further growth in the Midlands residential development market.

The Firm & Team

This firm is widely regarded as a leader in the Real Estate space, with one of the largest specialist property teams in the UK. The team is consistently ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers UK, advising on high-value, complex matters across the full range of commercial property disciplines.

The Dedicated Housebuilder Team

• Acts for some of the UK's largest national housebuilders, as well as a broad range of regional developers and landowners.
• Offers full-service, multi-disciplinary support including land acquisition, planning, construction, site setup, and plot sales.
• Is led by experienced former in-house counsel from the housebuilding sector, bringing deep commercial insight.
• Includes a bespoke SME sub-team offering tailored advice to smaller developers, enabling a flexible and client-focused approach.

The Role

As a Partner in the Birmingham office, you will:

• Take a lead role in the continued development of the firm's housebuilder offering across the Midlands.
• Act as a trusted adviser to national and regional residential developers.
• Lead on high-value residential development transactions and manage key client relationships.
• Play an active role in business development, helping to grow the firm's market share in the region.
• Work closely with sector heads and contribute to the strategic leadership of the national team.
• Support and mentor junior team members as part of a collaborative and ambitious environment.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of 10 years' PQE in commercial property, with significant experience in the residential development sector.
• Current Partner status or be a Senior Associate or Legal Director with a clear business case and leadership potential.
• Experience advising housebuilders, landowners, or working within a panel relationship with a national developer.
• A portable client following or strong, established client relationships would be a significant advantage.
• A proactive, commercial approach with strong technical and client-handling skills.
• Ambition, presence, and credibility to lead within a high-performing and nationally connected team.

What's on Offer

• A strategic, leadership-level role in Birmingham within a top-tier Real Estate team.
• The opportunity to work with high-profile housebuilder clients on major residential development projects.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture with genuine support from the wider national network.
• A clear path for continued progression and influence within the business.
• Competitive partner-level remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements built in as standard.

Apply Now!

If you're a real estate lawyer with a strong profile in the housebuilder sector and looking to take on a leadership role in Birmingham, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal or submit your CV below.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.