Residential Development Associate – Newcastle/Manchester/Leeds An established national law firm with a strong reputation in the property sector is looking to appoint a Senior Associate (c.4–6 PQE) into its specialist Residential Development team. This role offers the chance to join a large, market-leading practice acting for many of the UK’s top housebuilders and developers, advising across the full lifecycle of major residential and mixed-use schemes. The Opportunity: Work on high-value residential and regeneration projects, from site acquisition and planning through to disposal Draft and negotiate option and promotion agreements, joint ventures, overage deeds and associated funding arrangements Advise on disposals of affordable housing and bulk sales to PRS and build-to-rent providers Supervise and support Junior Solicitors and Trainees, with genuine opportunities for career progression Engage in business development and client relationship management within a dynamic, forward-thinking team About You: Qualified Solicitor with at least 4 years’ PQE in commercial property, ideally with residential development experience Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness Confident handling complex transactions and managing client relationships Enthusiastic about mentoring juniors and contributing to business development Personable, detail-focused and able to work both independently and collaboratively What’s on Offer? Competitive salary and bonus scheme Flexible working and comprehensive benefits High-quality, large-scale projects for some of the biggest names in the sector Clear path for progression within a supportive, ambitious team INDCATN