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Real Estate (Development) Associate/Senior Associate (3 PQE +) London
A City law firm in London is looking to recruit a mid-level Associate/Senior Associate into its residential development team in 2027.
Joining an established specialist practice you will advise housebuilders (including RPs) and developers (PLCs and SMEs) across the UK.
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You will cover the whole development cycle, to include dealing with:
- site assembly and acquisitions/disposals
- funding
- overage provisions
- infrastructure agreements
- JVs
- option/promotional agreements
- planning, among others
The salary range is c. £85,000-£110,000 – both Associate and Senior Associate roles are available.


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The law firm in question is interested in speaking with Lawyers from both regional and other City law firms in London.
Criteria
- Be a UK-qualified Solicitor with at least 3 PQE
- Have a background in residential development
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