About the Role
Residential Development Solicitor | 2-6 PQE | FarnboroughPicture yourself advising major regional developers from site acquisition through planning, Section 106 negotiations, infrastructure agreements, and finally plot sales. You're not just processing transactions, you're helping shape the built environment across the South East.A well-established, award-winning practice with a Legal 500-ranked real estate team is looking for a Residential Development Solicitor to join its dedicated development group in Farnborough. The team advises developers, landowners, and major housebuilders across the full lifecycle of residential projects, handling sophisticated, high-value work with real commercial stakes.This is a thriving practice with a long track record of growth, modern systems, and a culture that backs its people. You'll join a well-resourced team where the work is complex, the clients are serious, and your development is genuinely prioritised.The WorkYou'll advise developer clients across the complete project lifecycle:Strategic site acquisitions and disposalsConditional contracts, options, and promotion agreementsPlanning and Section 106 negotiationsInfrastructure and utilities agreementsPlot sales and ongoing site disposalsWork closely with partners on significant matters while building your own portfolioDevelop direct client relationships with regional developers and landownersThis is hands-on transactional work where you'll see projects through from land assembly to first occupation, real involvement, real impact.About You2-6 PQE in residential development or residential property with relevant exposureStrong commercial awareness and proactive approach to progressing mattersClear, confident communicator with clients, stakeholders, and colleaguesComfortable managing deadlines, competing priorities, and multiple transactionsCollaborative mindset with willingness to mentor junior lawyers (for more senior candidates)What's On OfferYou'll join a firm known for long-term client relationships, modern systems, and a culture that genuinely invests in development and progression:Strong salary and highly competitive bonusPension, enhanced maternity/paternity pay25 days holiday plus Christmas closurePerkbox benefits and free on-site parkingHybrid working with structured core hoursHigh-quality work in modern, well-equipped officesClear scope to grow your practice and reputation within a thriving, established teamThe FirmAward-winning regional practice with a strong South East reputation. The real estate team is a core part of the business, with a dedicated residential development group that's recognized in Legal 500 for quality and client service.The culture is modern, people-focused, and collaborative, ambitious but supportive, offering the structure and resources of a larger firm with the feel of a close-knit, invested team. They emphasize long-term careers, internal development, and strong relationships.If you want residential development work with real complexity, proper support, and genuine career investment, this is it.Apply now for a confidential conversation.