Residential Development Solicitor

Residential Development Solicitor (7+ PQE) | Southampton
Top-Tier Firm | National Real Estate Practice | Career Development Focus

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Residential Development Solicitor with 7+ years of post-qualification experience to join its highly regarded Southampton-based team. Part of a national Real Estate practice comprising over 200 solicitors across 8 offices, this team advises major developers, housebuilders, and landowners on complex and high-value residential development projects.

This is an exceptional opportunity to play a senior role in a firm known for its inclusive culture, commercial acumen, and top-tier legal expertise. You'll collaborate with Legal 500-ranked partners and lead on major transactions, while mentoring junior colleagues and helping drive strategic growth.

The Role

You will join a busy and well-established Residential Development team, working on a wide range of matters, including:

• Leading on residential site acquisitions, disposals, and strategic land transactions
• Drafting and negotiating complex contracts, overage agreements, and development documents
• Acting for national and regional housebuilders, landowners, and housing associations
• Managing full development lifecycles, from acquisition through to disposal
• Taking a lead on client relationship management, business development, and team leadership
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to internal training

About You

• 7+ years' PQE with strong experience in residential development law
• Excellent technical knowledge and commercial awareness in the property development sector
• Proven ability to manage high-value, complex transactions independently
• A client-focused, solutions-driven approach
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members
• Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for business development and leadership

Why Join?

• Join a market-leading Real Estate team involved in nationally significant development projects
• Work with high-profile clients and help shape strategic land and housing initiatives
• Clear, transparent career progression with potential for partnership
• Enjoy flexible working (2-3 days in the office), plus part-time or condensed hours options

Benefits include:

• 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Private medical insurance & life assurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• Cycle to work & season ticket loans
• Comprehensive DEI initiatives
• Strong focus on mental health and wellbeing

To explore this opportunity in confidence, call 0203 865 2113.