Residential Development Solicitor

SaccoMann; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Residential Development Solicitor with 1-7 PQE to join their prominent team. The role involves handling a variety of residential development transactions and offers competitive compensation along with a hybrid working arrangement. Ideal candidates will possess strong commercial awareness and the ability to foster lasting client relationships.

Benefits

Competitive package

Collaborative culture

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Motivated and commercially aware individual.
• Ability to manage a broad range of residential development transactions.
• Keen to build lasting client relationships.

Skills

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Handling residential development transactions

Education

1-7 PQE in Residential Development

Tools

Knowledge of VAT

Knowledge of SDLT

Understanding of affordable housing structures

Job description

Residential Development Solicitor | 1-7 PQE | Hybrid Working

Are you a Residential Development Solicitor looking for a chance to work in a leading national law firm? If so, this role in Leeds could be the one for you! Our client is a highly-regarded firm with a number of offices across the country.

The Role

This role offers the chance to be part of one of the UK’s largest residential development teams, supported by a wide network of legal specialists across planning, construction, environmental law, tax, and litigation. The team represents a diverse client base, including major housebuilders, landowners, developers, housing associations, and local authorities.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Package – A salary and benefits package that reflects your expertise.
• Collaborative Culture – A firm that values integrity, teamwork, and personal development.
• Hybrid working arrangements – to support work-life balance.

About you

The ideal candidate will be motivated, commercially aware, and keen to build lasting client relationships. You should be confident in handling a broad range of residential development transactions.

• 1-7 PQE residential Development solicitor.
• A strong understanding of VAT and SDLT considerations.
• Knowledge of affordable housing structures.

Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

How to Apply

For more information on this Residential Development Solicitor role in Leeds, please contact Rachel Birkinshaw (or another member of our Private Practice team) at Sacco Mann. However, if this role isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.