Residential Development Senior Associate Solicitor

Chadwick Nott - South East and Thames Valley; England; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Residential Development Senior Associate Solicitor with over 5 years of PQE to join a respected team in Hampshire. This role involves guiding developers through the lifecycle of residential and commercial projects, negotiating key contracts, and maintaining strong client relationships in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in residential development.
• Strong property law background.
• Proactive in managing complex development projects.

Responsibilities

• Advising on strategic site acquisitions and disposals.
• Negotiating conditional contracts and handling planning agreements.
• Overseeing plot sales and managing utility arrangements.

Skills

Negotiation

Advisory

Client Relationship Management

Planning Knowledge

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ PQE)

Job description

Job title: Residential Development Senior Associate Solicitor

Location: Hampshire

Salary: £68,000-£82,000+ DOE

PQE Level: 5+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

Farnborough | Competitive Salary + Bonus | Hybrid Working

An opportunity has opened for an experienced residential development solicitor with 5+ years PQE to join a respected development team. The role involves guiding developer clients through the full lifecycle of residential and commercial development projects, including land acquisition, planning, infrastructure agreements, and plot sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on strategic site acquisitions and disposals
• Negotiating conditional contracts, options, and promotion agreements
• Handling planning and Section 106 agreements
• Managing infrastructure and utility arrangements
• Overseeing plot sales and site disposals

This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor looking to manage complex transactions and develop strong client relationships. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in property and a proactive approach to handling development projects.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Hampshire or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

(e) [e-mail]

(m) 07921 895 776

(t) 0117 917 1864

(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network 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 anything 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.*