Senior Residential Development Lawyer – Bristol (6+ PQE)

Overview

In this role you will advise on high-value residential development matters as part of a leading national Living Sector team in Bristol. You will work on complex contracts and development agreements for a range of clients, including PLC housebuilders and developers, contributing to major UK schemes. You join a high-exposure team with strong client relationships and panel appointments, supporting strategic land, build-to-rent, and affordable housing initiatives. The opportunity offers flexible working, a collaborative culture, and a focus on wellbeing and DEI. You will help shape significant development projects while operating within a supportive, inclusive environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Open, supportive and inclusive culture
• Mindful Business Charter for wellbeing
• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong DEI initiatives and networks
• Accessible recruitment process with adjustments
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Responsibilities

• Advise on high-value residential development matters (contracts/transfers, option agreements, promotion agreements)
• Draft and negotiate development funding, forward commitment, turnkey, and collaboration agreements
• Support residential-led mixed-use development projects
• Work with a national team on major development schemes and provide client exposure

Key requirements

• 6+ years’ PQE in residential development or Living Sector
• Strong client relationship management experience
• Evidence of managing people and delivering results
• High technical knowledge of UK Living Sector
• Excellent drafting, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a national team

• Strong communication
• Collaborative mindset
• Leadership and people-management ability
• Residential development contracts and transfers
• Option and promotion agreements
• Development funding agreements

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