Residential Development Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished UKTop200 commercial law firm in Leeds seeks a Residential Development Solicitor with 4+ years PQE. Join a reputable team dealing with complex site acquisitions and a varied caseload on high-profile residential projects. Offers hybrid working in a supportive environment and a competitive salary, emphasizing long-term client relationships.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear path for progression

Hybrid working

Interesting, high-value work

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' PQE in residential development or commercial property.
• Experience advising housebuilders or developers on site acquisitions.
• Exposure to development work and infrastructure agreements.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex site acquisitions and strategic land matters.
• Work alongside experienced lawyers in the Real Estate department.
• Engage in high-value residential development projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Commercial mindset

Interest in residential development

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

A highly respected UKTop200 commercial law firm in Leeds is looking to recruit a Residential Development Solicitor with 4+ years’ PQE. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established Legal500 team with a strong client base of national and regional housebuilders, developers and landowners.

The opportunity:

• Join a firm with a standout reputation in the development space, acting on large-scale residential and mixed-use schemes across the UK
• Handle complex site acquisitions, disposals and strategic land matters with plenty of client contact
• Work alongside a close-knit team of experienced lawyers within a much broader Real Estate department
• Enjoy a varied caseload with opportunities to get involved in high-profile, long-term projects

What the firm is looking for:

• A qualified solicitor with at least 4 years’ PQE in residential development or commercial property with exposure to development work
• Experience advising housebuilders, landowners, or developers on site acquisitions, infrastructure agreements and land promotion
• Strong communication skills and a commercial mindset
• A genuine interest in the residential development sector and building long-term client relationships

What’s on offer?

• A competitive salary and clear path for progression
• Hybrid working, most of the team work a mix of office and home
• Interesting, high-value work in a supportive, well-structured environment
• The chance to join a forward-thinking firm with a strong presence in the development market

If you're a development lawyer looking for a new challenge with a respected, growing team, this is one worth exploring.

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