Location: Flexible across 8 office locations in Lincolnshire and the Midlands
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:15pm (36.25 hours/week)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Firm
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a Top 200 UK law firm and provider of wealth management services. Established in 1856, the firm is one of the oldest in the country and has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across the Midlands and Lincolnshire.
Why Work Here?
You’ll be part of a welcoming and collaborative environment where your development and wellbeing are a priority. The benefits on offer include:
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Staff discount on legal services
- Income protection
- Life assurance (3x salary)
- Salary exchange pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
The Role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a confident, proactive, and ambitious Property Lawyer to specialise in Development work. You’ll work closely with highly experienced Partners, supporting a portfolio of national house builders and developer clients.
You will handle a broad and varied caseload, including but not limited to:
- Title investigation and due diligence, including complex site set-ups
- Drafting and advising on conditional contracts, option agreements, promotion and overage agreements
- Supporting the Specialist New Build Team with management schemes and plot sales documentation
- Disposals of land, affordable housing, and freehold reservations
- Acting on behalf of landowners making disposals
- Preparing development-related documents such as easements, infrastructure agreements, planning agreements, and licences
You’ll also work with the firm’s marketing team to promote and enhance the team’s profile as this area of law continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver ongoing services to existing clients
- Collaborate with Partners and Fee Earners on business development initiatives
- Support and develop the property team, maximising cross-referrals across departments
- Achieve fee income targets and maintain high standards of legal work
- Stay informed of legal developments and regulatory changes
- Ensure strong financial control, including billing and cash flow
- Maintain accurate time records and follow internal quality/risk procedures
What We’re Looking For
| Essential | Desirable |
|---|---|
| Genuine passion for Commercial Property with a focus on Residential Development | Experience in development or commercial property work |
| Legal qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience | Familiarity with Visual Files or SOS Connect case management systems |
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Commercial awareness and ability to provide practical advice
- Highly organised with strong time-management skills
- Strong IT literacy including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML Regulations
- Self-motivated with a professional, flexible, and positive approach
- Team player with a good sense of humour