Property Development Solicitor in Reading

Property Development Solicitor in Reading

Reading Full-Time 60000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Reachwork

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Advise on large-scale residential land acquisitions and manage complex transactions.
  • Company: Join the UK's largest residential development team with over 200 specialists.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, flexible working, and unique equity opportunities.
  • Other info: Exceptional training and mentoring in a collaborative environment.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of residential development while advancing your career towards partnership.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years' PQE in real estate with a focus on residential or commercial development.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

A nationally recognised legal and professional services group is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to its leading Residential Development team in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior real estate solicitor to work on complex land transactions for some of the UK's biggest housebuilders, with the support of the largest residential development team in the country.

What you'll be doing:

  • Advising on large-scale residential land acquisitions across England and Wales
  • Drafting and negotiating collaboration and joint venture agreements
  • Handling disposals of serviced land parcels to housing associations and developers
  • Advising on funding arrangements, strategic land options and urban regeneration projects
  • Working closely with internal specialists in planning, construction and litigation

About the team:

  • The UK's largest residential development team, with over 200 specialists
  • Exclusive panel relationships with all of the top 10 housebuilders and 18 of the top 20
  • Leading on landmark developments of up to 6,500 new homes
  • Birmingham team led by nationally recognised partners, offering unrivalled mentoring and career support

What we're looking for:

  • 5+ years' PQE in real estate, with experience in residential or commercial development
  • Strong interest in land acquisition and development
  • Proven track record managing complex transactions and client relationships
  • Ambition to grow and develop into partnership

Why join this firm?

  • Clear route to partnership – recent hires have made Partner within a few years
  • Exceptional training, support and mentoring at every level
  • Competitive salary, bonus and flexible hybrid working
  • Unique equity opportunities including a Β£50,000 share award on promotion to Partner
  • Comprehensive benefits: enhanced pension, healthcare, critical illness cover, cycle to work, season ticket loan and more

You'll be joining a collaborative and highly successful team that's shaping the future of residential development across the UK. If you're ready to take your next step in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to grow your career with a market leader in real estate development? Let's have a confidential chat.

Property Development Solicitor in Reading employer: Reachwork

Join a leading Personal Injury practice in Birkenhead, where you'll thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload from day one, benefiting from competitive salaries and hybrid working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious paralegals looking to grow their careers within a rapidly expanding team.

Reachwork

Contact Details:

Reachwork Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Property Development Solicitor in Reading

Residential Development Law
Land Acquisition
Complex Transaction Management
Client Relationship Management
Drafting and Negotiating Agreements
Collaboration and Joint Venture Agreements
Funding Arrangements