Our client, a Legal 500 law firm in Southampton, is seeking a Residential Development Lawyer to join their busy team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and client-focused solicitor to play a key role in providing expert legal services within a friendly and supportive team environment.

Duties will include:

Managing a caseload of residential development matters, including conditional contracts and transfers, conditional options, advising on rights of pre-emption and development agreements.
Handling cases from initial instruction through to completion, ensuring the highest standards of service throughout.
Drafting and approving legal documentation.
Conducting legal research where necessary to support your caseload.
Providing clear, concise, and responsive legal advice to clients.
Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Desired skills:

Minimum 3 years Residential Development fee earning experience, essential.
Knowledge of the UK living sector with experience in house-building and/or strategic land.
Experience of build to rent and affordable housing desired but not essential.
Proven track record of meeting fee targets and deadlines.
Excellent communication and client care skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing to the wider team.

What they offer:

Salary dependent on experience £60k - £80k+.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a wellbeing day.
Volunteering days.
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
Flexible/home working
Dental and health cash plans
Gym membership
Commission for staff referrals.
Company pension