Managing Associate - Real Estate Development

This leading Top 100 firm stands out in the legal market with its innovative, industry-focused approach to delivering client services. Their team leverages deep sector knowledge to provide tangible, impactful solutions that align closely with client needs. The firm's core strengths include real estate, social housing, construction, renewable energy, agriculture, sport, and private wealth. These areas are underpinned by a culture of collaboration, innovation, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance. Renowned for its progressive workplace culture, the firm fosters flexibility that empowers employees to balance their personal and professional lives effectively. Regular staff surveys, training initiatives, and social events ensure open communication across all levels, enabling continuous improvement and innovation.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented Real Estate Development Managing Associate with 5+ years of post-qualification experience to join a highly regarded team in Leeds. The team is widely recognised as a leader in the residential development sector, acting for some of the UK's largest national housebuilders, strategic land promoters, niche start-ups and regional developers. The successful candidate will be immersed in high-value, diverse work including site assembly, acquisition, planning, funding, and setup. While expertise in residential development is highly desirable, the firm welcomes applications from real estate professionals eager to specialise in this dynamic field.

The Ideal Candidate: A qualified Real Estate Solicitor with 5+ years PQE and a keen interest in development work. Commercially astute, detail-oriented, and results-driven. Demonstrated experience in business development and an ability to foster strong client relationships.

Benefits: Competitive salary, tailored to experience, and an outstanding benefits package. The chance to collaborate with some of the most skilled development lawyers in the field. A stimulating and varied workload with significant autonomy from day one.