Senior Housing Development Lawyer | Regeneration & Land

Gowling WLG; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Free private medical insurance

Pension allowance

Life assurance

Sabbatical after five years

Health and wellbeing programmes

Training and personal development opportunities

Job summary

Gowling WLG in Leeds is seeking a Principal Associate to join their Housing Development and Regeneration team. The role involves providing specialist advice on residential development and maintaining strong client relationships.

Ideal candidates will be experienced solicitors with strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset, able to manage caseload effectively and contribute to business development.

The position offers hybrid working, generous annual leave, and various employee benefits including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential development law is preferred.
• Strong commercial awareness and collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on residential development and housing-led work.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Handle title due diligence and land acquisition tasks.

Skills

Managing a caseload to tight deadlines

Working well in a team

Supervising and developing junior staff

Providing practical advice

Negotiating effectively

Clear communication

Business development contributions

Management functions and projects

Education

Qualified Solicitor (specific qualification not stated)

Job description

Gowling WLG in Leeds is seeking a Principal Associate to join their Housing Development and Regeneration team. The role involves providing specialist advice on residential development and maintaining strong client relationships.

Ideal candidates will be experienced solicitors with strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset, able to manage caseload effectively and contribute to business development.

The position offers hybrid working, generous annual leave, and various employee benefits including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.