Job Advertisement: Real Estate Development Associate Solicitor 2PQE Location: Southampton Salary: £55-70,000 DOE. About Our Client: Our client is a leading law firm with a strong reputation for providing expert legal advice across various sectors. Their Real Estate Development team serves a prestigious client base, including housebuilders, landowners, developers, and funders, and is renowned across the South of England for its comprehensive legal services specialising in residential, commercial, and strategic land development; the team has also been recognised for its expertise with consecutive Property Law Firm of the Year awards at a regional industry ceremony in 2023 and 2024. The firm prioritises client service and aims to offer high-quality legal support while fostering a healthy work-life balance for its team members. About the Role: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Solicitor to join our client’s busy and expanding Real Estate Development team in Southampton. This key role offers exposure to a diverse range of development transactions, including residential site acquisitions, strategic land projects, healthcare developments, and commercial development finance. Your Responsibilities: Transactional Support: Manage and advise on real estate development transactions, including care home and GP surgery developments, residential and commercial site acquisitions, strategic land arrangements, and financing. Drafting & Negotiation: Draft and negotiate development agreements, option agreements, conditional contracts, and related real estate documentation. Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, delivering practical and commercially focused legal advice. Case Management: Independently run your own matters while receiving support from senior team members when necessary. Business Development: Contribute to the growth of the practise through networking, client development, and marketing initiatives. Team Collaboration: Work closely with other legal teams and professionals to ensure seamless service delivery to clients. What We’re Looking For: Qualifications: A qualified Solicitor or Associate with 2 years in real estate development transactions. Technical Expertise: A solid understanding of residential and commercial development law, with significant experience in drafting and negotiating essential real estate documents. Skills: Excellent communication, organisation, and IT skills, along with strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset. Attributes: A collaborative team player with a commercial approach to legal problem-solving. Track Record: Proven success in managing a range of development matters independently or with minimal supervision. What They Offer: Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience. Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage for peace of mind. Training & Development: Ongoing professional development and support to enhance your legal career. Generous Leave: 25 days of holiday, your birthday off, and an additional day at Christmas. Additional Benefits: Access to a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, and Perkbox, a discounts platform offering perks like cinema tickets and free monthly points. Join our client’s dynamic Real Estate Development team and take the next step in your legal career. If you are a proactive and skilled solicitor looking to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply today.