Residential Development Partner - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary

Access to advanced legal technology

Flexible working arrangements

Bespoke leadership training

Workplace culture focused on wellbeing and diversity

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is looking for a Residential Development Partner in Bristol. The ideal candidate is a UK qualified lawyer with more than 8 years of post-qualification experience and substantial expertise in the Living Sector. This role involves participating in a high-profile national team on premium development projects, managing various contracts and agreements, and mentoring junior legal talent. Attractive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• Must possess a UK law qualification with over 8 years of post-qualification experience.
• Expertise in the Living Sector with a solid record of practice building.
• Ability to demonstrate strong commercial acumen and strategy.
• Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• A visible external profile in the sector.

Responsibilities

• Partake in a high-profile national team dealing with premium development deals.
• Handle conditional/unconditional contracts and land transfers.
• Work on option and promotion agreements.
• Engage in development funding and forward commitment deals.
• Negotiate turnkey contracts and collaboration agreements.

Skills

UK qualified lawyer

8+ years PQE

Deep expertise in the Living Sector

Commercial acumen

Leadership skills

Mentoring skills

Visible external profile

Job description

Residential Development Partner - Bristol

Fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading Residential teams, known for its depth, scale, and sector expertise. This top 100 law firm advises a wide range of clients from national PLCs and regional developers to affordable housing providers, land promoters, and PRS investors on residential and mixed‑use development projects across the Living Sector.

Their reputation speaks for itself with top‑tier rankings in legal directories and due to continued growth, they are seeking a seasoned Partner with a strong track record in residential development to join them in their Bristol office. You’ll play a pivotal role in expanding their national presence, driving strategic growth, and mentoring the next generation of legal talent.

Role

You’ll be part of a high‑profile national team working on premium development deals. Expect exposure to:

• Conditional/unconditional contracts and land transfers
• Option and promotion agreements
• Development funding and forward commitment deals
• Turnkey contracts and collaboration agreements

About You

• UK qualified lawyer with 8+ years PQE
• Deep expertise in the Living Sector and a proven ability to build a thriving practice
• Commercial acumen and a strategic mindset
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• A visible external profile in the sector

What You’ll Get

In return, you’ll enjoy a top‑tier salary, access to advanced legal technology, flexible working arrangements, bespoke leadership training, and a workplace culture built on wellbeing, diversity, and forward‑thinking innovation.

Contact

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott. (t) 0117 917 1929 (m) 07435 943574 (e) [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or any other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*