Senior Residential Development Solicitor - Bristol

TSR Legal; Bristol; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/Hybrid working

Job summary

TSR Legal, partnering with a Top 100 UK law firm, seeks a Senior Residential Development Solicitor to join Bristol’s property team. You will advise major developers, funders and house-builders on development, acquisitions, disposals and strategic land work in a client-facing capacity.

The role emphasizes proactive business development, leveraging a robust personal client network, and strong collaboration within the real estate group.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 6+ PQE in residential development.
• Proven track record advising on residential development projects for major developers, funders, and house-builders.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on residential development matters, including development agreements, acquisitions, disposals, and strategic land work.
• Lead client relationship management and business development activities.
• Generate work through leveraging personal client network and building relationships with key industry players.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the real estate department's success.
• Maintain high standards of legal service delivery and client satisfaction.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Senior Residential Development Solicitor - Bristol

Firm: Top 100 UK Law Firm

• Top Tier Quality Work
• Flexible/Hybrid Working

TSR Legalhave partnered with a Top 100 regional law firm renowned for its excellence in real estate work and its prominent profile across Bristol. This firm offers a unique combination of high-quality work, an impressive client portfolio featuring many esteemed names, and a supportive, collaborative working environment.

Our clientis currently seeking an experienced Residential Development Solicitor to join the expanding Bristol property team. As a pivotal member of the team, you will leverage your expertise to advise major residential developers, funders, and house-builders on various aspects of development, acquisition, disposal, and strategic land work. This role is client-facing and requires a proactive approach to generating work and fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a robust personal client network and a track record of securing and successfully delivering on development projects for key clients.

Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on residential development matters, including development agreements, acquisitions, disposals, and strategic land work
• Take a lead role in client relationship management and business development activities
• Generate work through leveraging personal client network and building relationships with key industry players
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to the overall success of the real estate department
• Maintain a high standard of legal service delivery and client satisfaction

Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor with 6+ PQE, specialising in residential development
• Proven track record of advising clients on residential development projects, with experience working with major developers, funders, and house-builders
• Strong business development skills with a demonstrated ability to win work and cultivate client relationships
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients
• Leadership qualities and a team-oriented approach
• A values-led and collaborative mindset, aligned with the firm's culture