Development Fee Earner (Real Estate) – 5 years PQE Solicitor/FILEX/CILEX Develop your legal career in our award-winning Real Estate team which is listed in Tier 2 of the Legal 500. We pride ourselves on providing long term support to our clients. About Herrington Carmichael: Herrington Carmichael LLP isn't your average law firm. We're an award-winning, Legal 500 ranked team known for our commitment to growth, fostering strong relationships, and our ambitious approach to providing full-service legal guidance for businesses, families, and individuals. We value collaboration and strive for excellence in everything we do. This position is based in our state-of-the-art offices in Farnborough. The Opportunity: Join our esteemed Real Estate team renowned for its expertise in residential development We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Solicitor (5 years PQE) to join our thriving Development team. You will play a key role in supporting our developer clients through the full lifecycle of development projects — from initial land acquisition through to planning, infrastructure agreements, and ultimately plot sales. Working alongside our highly experienced Partners, you will advise on: Strategic site acquisitions and disposals Conditional contracts, options, and promotion agreements Planning and Section 106 agreements Infrastructure and utility arrangements Plot sales and ongoing site disposals You’ll be joining a collaborative and high-performing team, where your technical knowledge and commercial insight will be valued and where there’s clear scope to grow both your client relationships and your career. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys managing complex transactions, thrives on client interaction, and is looking to play an integral part in a well-established and ambitious practice. The Perks: Competitive salary based on experience. Generous Fee Earner bonus. Free car parking for your convenience. Comprehensive benefits package including a pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday plus an additional day for Christmas closure and Perkbox benefits. Hybrid working with defined core hours, offering flexibility to adjust start and end times as needed. The opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive and dynamic team. Ready to Make a Difference? We're looking for someone who is passionate about providing exceptional service, excited to be part of a winning team, and embraces our core values of Growth, Relationships, Ambition, Collaboration, and Excellence. If that sounds like you, send your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications to Lara Drijver, Resourcing Operations Manager, at careers@herrington-carmichael.com Herrington Carmichael is dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fair and transparent recruitment processes. Reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and success.