Residential Development Senior Associate

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Real Estate Development Senior Associate (8+ years PQE) to join a top-tier team in Southampton. This is a rare chance to elevate your career within one of the UK's most respected firms.

The Firm:

This Top 100 law firm stands out in the legal market with its sector-focused approach to delivering exceptional client outcomes. Leveraging in-depth knowledge across key industries, their lawyers provide expert, commercially driven advice that creates real impact.
Key strengths of the firm include Real Estate, Social Housing, Construction, Renewable Energy, Sport, Agriculture, and Private Wealth Services.
What truly sets the firm apart is its people-first culture. They are consistently recognised for promoting a flexible working environment that empowers staff to find the perfect balance between their professional and personal lives. With open dialogue at all levels of the business through social events, regular staff surveys, and ongoing training programs, the firm is committed to continually refining its processes to foster growth and innovation.

The Role:

The team is celebrated for its expertise in high-profile property development projects within the Living Sector. They work with an impressive portfolio of clients, including housebuilders, registered providers of affordable housing, land promoters, and PRS investors and developers. With a focus on residential and mixed-use developments, this team is known for their significant contributions to some of the most exciting developments across the country.
Due to several recent high-profile panel appointments and new client acquisitions, they are looking for an experienced Senior Associate to take on a varied and dynamic caseload. You will be entrusted with handling complex and high-value transactions, including conditional and unconditional contracts/transfers, option and promotion agreements, development funding, forward commitment/turnkey contracts, and collaboration agreements.
This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in areas such as housebuilding, build-to-rent, strategic land, or affordable housing to make a substantial impact. Join a forward-thinking team that embraces innovation and collaboration, where your contribution will be both valued and recognised.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A Residential Development Senior Associate with 8+ years PQE
• Comprehensive knowledge of the UK Living Sector
• Proven experience in managing and mentoring junior team members, with a passion for developing talent

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary with an outstanding benefits package
• A chance to work alongside industry-leading development lawyers
• Autonomy from the outset, with a varied and exciting workload

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a leading development practice in Southampton, this role offers the perfect platform.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or reach out to discuss the role in confidence.