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Residential Development Solicitor

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Gateley

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Legal
    Real Estate & Property
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You should have 1-3 years PQE, a passion for land acquisition, and be committed to growth. Experience with housebuilders is a plus; we invest in long-term success.
  • You will handle large-scale land acquisitions, collaboration agreements, disposals to housing associations, funding arrangements, strategic options, and urban regeneration projects.

Requirements

  • We seek a Solicitor with circa 1 to 3 years of post-qualification experience. While experience working with housebuilder clients is advantageous, we also welcome applications from skilled commercial development lawyers who want to specialise in residential work.
  • Passion and Commitment: We value individuals who are deeply passionate about land acquisition – a cornerstone of Gateley’s strategic vision.
  • Growth Potential: Our track record speaks for itself – we nurture and elevate our Land Acquisition experts to Partnership positions. The last four associates who have joined our Leeds residential development team are all now partners at Gateley.
  • Investment in the Future: We actively seek candidates whom we can invest in for long-term success.

Responsibilities

  • Complex and large-scale land acquisitions for household names across England and Wales
  • Collaboration agreements between developers
  • Disposals of serviced parcels to Housing Associations and other developers
  • Funding arrangements
  • Strategic options
  • Urban regeneration

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Residential Development Solicitor role?

The main focus of the role involves complex and large-scale land acquisitions, collaboration agreements between developers, disposals to Housing Associations, funding arrangements, strategic options, and urban regeneration.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires a Solicitor with circa 1 to 3 years of post-qualification experience. Experience with housebuilder clients is advantageous but not mandatory.

What kind of team will I be joining?

You will be joining the Residential Development Unit, which partners with all of the top 10 housebuilders in the UK and comprises 200 specialists, making it the largest residential development team in the UK.

What training and career development opportunities are available?

Gateley invests heavily in training and support for Solicitors at all levels on property-related topics as well as career development skills such as management training.

Are there any equity or partnership opportunities?

Yes, Solicitors have the opportunity to build equity within the business through a sharesave scheme and receive £50,000 in shares upon being promoted to Partner.

What benefits does Gateley offer to its employees?

Gateley offers a competitive remuneration package, an annual bonus opportunity, a comprehensive rewards package, learning and development opportunities, and various employee benefits such as a group personal pension and health care.

How does Gateley support diversity and inclusion?

Gateley incorporates diversity and inclusion into its culture and values, recruiting talent from diverse backgrounds and cultures and providing equal opportunities for all employees.

What is the company's approach to work-life balance?

Gateley promotes flexible working patterns to help staff achieve a good work-life balance and encourages candidates seeking flexibility to apply for any vacancies.

What kind of clients does the Residential Development Unit support?

The unit works with national and regional housebuilders, promoters, and institutional landowners on new residential developments.

Is experience in residential development necessary for this role?

While experience with housebuilder clients is advantageous, the role is open to skilled commercial development lawyers who wish to specialize in residential work.

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