Reference: JN-092026-7096335Posted: 2026-09-03Location: Bournemouth, England, GBContract type: Full timeCompany: Michael PageJob function: LegalSubsector: Property / Construction - In HouseSector: PropertyWhere: BournemouthContract type: PermanentConsultant name: Stacey GrahamConsultant phone: +44 118 933 7035Rare opportunity for a property lawyer to move in-houseExcellent culture and true work life balanceAbout Our Client A well known house builder. Job DescriptionLead legal support on land acquisitions, disposals and development transactions, including options, promotions and conditional contracts.Advise on legal risks throughout the residential development lifecycle, covering land, title, planning, infrastructure and property rights.Structure and negotiate complex development, investment and partnership arrangements, including joint ventures and forward-funding transactions.Support strategic growth initiatives across build-to-rent, affordable housing, rental investment and institutional partnerships.Provide commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders across Development, Land, Investment, Commercial and Finance teams.Lead complex negotiations and manage significant legal and regulatory risks within robust governance frameworks.Oversee plot sales, corporate property matters and office lease arrangements.Manage external legal advisers, ensuring high-quality service and effective cost control.Mentor and develop junior legal team members, enhancing technical expertise and commercial capability.The Successful ApplicantQualification as a solicitor in England and Wales, with significant post-qualification experience in real estate, property and developmentExpert knowledge of land acquisition, residential development, disposals and the wider property lifecycle.Experience of build-to-rent, rental investment, affordable or social housing, institutional investment or working with public sector bodies would be advantageous but is not essentialWhat's on OfferCompetitive salaryBonusPrivate MedicalLife AssuranceEnhanced Pension SchemeHybrid working of 2-3 days in the officeFlexibility around childcare.
Senior Legal Counsel - Property in Bournemouth employer: Michael Page International
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