Residential Development Solicitor - #1750007

Sacco Mann


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Leeds
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
Sacco Mann
Are you a Residential Development Solicitor looking to handle top quality work Do you want to work in a leading national, commercial law firm If so, this role based in Leeds could be for you Our client is a well-known law firm with offices across the country and is looking to expand its Residential Development team.Are you a Residential Development Solicitor looking to handle top quality work Do you want to work in a leading national, commercial law firm If so, this role based in Leeds could be for you Our client is a well-known law firm with offices across the country and is looking to expand its Residential Development team

The role

As an experienced Residential Development Solicitor, you’ll manage a high-calibre caseload involving land acquisitions, strategic land agreements, and large-scale residential and regeneration schemes. You’ll also play a key role in supervising junior lawyers and contributing to training and business development efforts

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside highly experienced partners in a nationally recognised team that acts for a prestigious client base of housebuilders, property developers, and institutional landowners

What’s in it for you



Competitive Package – A salary and benefits package that reflects your expertise

Career Development: Work alongside nationally recognised partners with access to mentoring, structured development, and leadership opportunities

Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working and a forward-thinking firm that supports flexibility and well-being

High-Profile Work: Be part of a team handling landmark projects including urban regeneration schemes and major national developments



Key responsibilities



Managing a varied caseload including immediate land acquisitions, strategic options, promotions, overage agreements, and more

Acting for major housebuilders and developers on disposals, joint ventures, and regeneration schemes involving public and private partners

Contributing to team growth and knowledge sharing across offices



About you



At least 6 years’ PQE, ideally with experience in residential development or commercial real estate with transferable skills

Proven experience leading complex property transactions with a high level of autonomy

Strong leadership and supervisory skills with a mentoring mindset





Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role

How to Apply

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