Gleeson Recruitment Group
Managing Associate - Housebuilder / Residential Development
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Managing Associate - Housebuilding / Residential Development
Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds | National Law Firm | Permanent
An exciting opportunity for a Managing Associate / Senior Associate to join the growing Housebuilding practice of a highly regarded national law firm.
The firm is making significant investment into the continued growth of its Housebuilding offering, creating an opportunity for an experienced lawyer to join at an exciting stage of development. This is more than a straightforward replacement role; you'll have the autonomy, client exposure and influence to play a meaningful role in shaping the practice.
The Role
You'll work alongside experienced Partners, advising national housebuilders, regional developers and SME residential developers on a broad range of residential development matters, including:
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- Site acquisitions, assembly and disposals
- Due diligence and legal reporting
- Contracts, Options and Promotion Agreements
- Building Leases and Transfers
- Overage Agreements
- New-build residential developments
- Property-led development projects
You'll also have the opportunity to develop client relationships, contribute to business development and supervise and develop junior lawyers, working collaboratively with the wider Built Environment team.
About You
We're looking for a Managing Associate, Senior Associate or experienced Residential Development Solicitor with a strong background acting for housebuilders and developers.
You'll be technically strong, commercially minded and comfortable working autonomously, with the ambition to help build and grow a practice rather than simply manage an existing caseload.
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Why Consider It?
- National firm with a strong market reputation
- Significant investment and growth within Housebuilding
- Work with national housebuilders and developers
- Genuine autonomy and client exposure
- Opportunity to influence the direction of a growing practice
- Strong development and progression opportunities
- Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds location
For a confidential discussion, contact Justin at Gleeson Recruitment Group.
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