Senior New Build Residential Property Solicitor– City of London – Top firm| £70k - £85k + doe |[...]

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the City of London is seeking a talented Senior New Build Residential Property Solicitor to join their fast-growing team. This role involves managing client relationships, advising on property law, and mentoring junior staff in a dynamic environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and a strong people culture.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Performance related bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Fantastic people culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years' post-qualification experience in Residential Property.
• Proficient in managing a full caseload independently.
• Exceptional accuracy and grasp of complex legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing development packs and raising enquiries.
• Advising on residential property law.
• Drafting new build reports and legal documents.

Skills

Communication

Client Service

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Solicitor qualification

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Senior New Build Residential Property Solicitor– City of London – Top firm| £70k - £85k + doe |Hybrid Working - 2 days in office, london (city of london)

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london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

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15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior New Build Residential Property Associate – City of London – Top firm| £70k - £85k + doe |Hybrid Working - 2 days in office

A leading firm in the heart of the City is looking for a talented Senior Associate to join their growing Residential Property New Build team.

This is a standout opportunity to step into a high-performing, fast-growing division within an award-winning property practice.

Sitting within a broader Residential Property group, the New Build team is led by a Director and forms part of a cohesive, collaborative department.

You’ll be a confident and capable solicitor with a strong academic background and solid experience gained at a reputable commercial firm. You’ll be trusted to manage work independently and deliver an exceptional standard of client service.

The role:

KPI’s include:

• Reviewing development packs provided by seller’s solicitors and raising enquiries
• Advising on residential property law, with a focus on new- build development matters
• Drafting detailed new build reports and legal documents
• Managing lender solicitor enquiries and ensuring finance is in place
• Maintaining accurate, compliant documentation
• Prepare and reviewing legal documents - contracts, leases, etc
• Supporting clients and agents throughout the transaction
• Mentoring junior team members
• Strengthening client relationships and encouraging repeat business
• Attending networking events to support profile and business growth

Your expertise:

• Associate or Senior Associate Solicitor with a minimum of 4 + years' post-qualification experience in Residential Property, with particular proficiency in New Build transactions.
• Technically competent and confidently manages a full caseload independently.
• Excellent communication skills with a strong commitment to client service.
• Proactive interest in developing business opportunities as part of the team and nurturing ongoing client partnerships.
• Skilled in managing demanding clients and tight turnaround times while maintaining high standards.
• Team-oriented mindset with readiness to mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• Highly efficient with well-developed organisational capabilities.
• Exceptional accuracy and a strong grasp of complex legal issues.
• Comfortable engaging with stakeholders across all levels.

Why join the firm:

• Exposure to complex and high value work
• Work/life balance
• Genuine opportunity to grow your career in in a meritocratic environment that recognises talent and impact.
• Performance related bonuses
• Fantastic people culture- people love working there!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and ambitious solicitor to advance their career in a dynamic , constantly expanding, and already highly successful firm. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact me as follows:

Jo Cokayne at [emailprotected] or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9236 (office hours) or 07925104795 (out of office hours).

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