Residential Development Solicitor

Overview

In this role you will advise developers and landowners across the full lifecycle of residential projects, from land acquisition to plot sales. You will join a Legal 500-ranked real estate team in Farnborough and handle high-value, complex transactions with significant commercial stakes. You will work closely with partners, build your own client portfolio, and mentor junior lawyers where appropriate. This is a growth-focused environment that values development, collaboration, and strong client relationships.

Pay / Benefits

• pension
• enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• 25 days holiday plus Christmas closure
• Perkbox benefits
• free on-site parking
• hybrid working with core hours

Responsibilities

• Strategic site acquisitions and disposals
• Conditional contracts, options, and promotion agreements
• Planning and Section 106 negotiations
• Infrastructure and utilities agreements
• Plot sales and ongoing site disposals
• Work with partners on significant matters and build your own client portfolio
• Develop direct client relationships with regional developers and landowners

Key requirements

• 2-6 PQE in residential development or residential property with relevant exposure
• Strong commercial awareness and proactive approach
• Clear, confident communicator with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues
• Capable of managing deadlines and multiple transactions
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to mentor junior lawyers

• collaborative
• clear communicator
• deadline-oriented
• residential development
• planning
• Section 106 negotiations

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