Residential Development Associate

Residential Development Associate | 3+ years PQE | Top 100 Firm | Southampton

The Firm:

Step into a career with one of the UK’s most respected Top 100 law firms, celebrated for its forward-thinking approach and sector-driven expertise. This firm is a powerhouse in Real Estate, Social Housing, Construction, Renewable Energy, and Private Wealth, delivering commercially focused, high-impact legal solutions to a diverse client base.

What truly sets this firm apart is its people-first ethos. Known for championing flexibility, work-life balance, and career progression, the firm empowers its team members to excel both professionally and personally. The supportive culture, enriched by regular social events, continuous feedback loops, and development programs, fosters innovation, growth, and collaboration at every level, making it an inspiring place to advance your career.

The Opportunity:

Join an elite Real Estate Development team in Southampton and position yourself at the forefront of the UK’s property development sector. In this role, you’ll work with a prestigious client base that includes top housebuilders, land promoters, PRS investors, and registered affordable housing providers, contributing to some of the most transformative residential and mixed-use projects in the UK.

With recent high-profile panel appointments and a wave of new client acquisitions, the team is expanding, offering a dynamic Residential Development Associate role with the opportunity to manage complex, high-stakes transactions. You’ll handle high-value cases involving conditional and unconditional contracts, option and promotion agreements, development funding, and strategic collaboration agreements.

This is more than just a role; it’s a chance to drive impact in an influential sector, leveraging your expertise in housebuilding, build-to-rent, strategic land, or affordable housing with a firm that values innovation and recognises individual contributions.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A Residential Development Associate with 3+ years PQE
• Deep knowledge of the UK Living Sector and relevant trends
• Proven leadership skills with experience in mentoring junior team members
• A proactive approach to talent development and teamwork

What’s on Offer:

• A competitive salary alongside an industry-leading benefits package
• The opportunity to collaborate with some of the sector’s most respected legal minds
• Immediate access to autonomy, a diverse caseload, and opportunities to shape the future of UK property development

If you’re ready to elevate your career with a role that promises both challenge and reward within a collaborative, top-ranked firm, apply today for immediate consideration or reach out to discuss the opportunity confidentially.