Residential Development Solicitor — Land & Projects

Interlink Talent Solutions; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Discounts & wellbeing

Learning resources

Job summary

Interlink Recruitment in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Associate Solicitor to join a leading residential development team. You will advise on residential land acquisitions, development transactions, and land funding, working with planning, construction, and disputes specialists to deliver comprehensive client service.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years PQE in commercial property or residential development, with experience for housebuilders or developers preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years PQE in commercial property or residential development.
• Experience for housebuilders or developers preferred.
• Strong commercial awareness with practical, results-oriented advice.
• Proactive, ambitious approach with progression focus.
• Competitive salary with annual bonus.
• Learning and development support and flexible benefits.

Responsibilities

• Advise housebuilders and developers on residential land acquisitions.
• Manage development transactions: options, conditional contracts, development agreements.
• Assist with land disposals, service parcels, and funding arrangements.
• Advise on strategic land projects and urban regeneration developments.
• Collaborate with planning, construction and disputes teams to provide a full service.

Skills

Commercial property

Residential development

Land acquisition

Ambition & progression

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

PQE 3–5 years

Job description

Interlink Recruitment in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Associate Solicitor to join a leading residential development team. You will advise on residential land acquisitions, development transactions, and land funding, working with planning, construction, and disputes specialists to deliver comprehensive client service.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years PQE in commercial property or residential development, with experience for housebuilders or developers preferred.