Property development: senior associate solicitor/lawyer

Opportunity: Senior Associate - Property Development

Location: Reading (Flexible and Hybrid Working)

Salary: Up to £85,000 + Bonus (DOE)

Opportunity

A well‑regarded and modern regional law firm is looking to appoint a Senior Associate into its growing Property Development team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced development lawyer who enjoys high‑quality work, strong client relationships and being part of a genuinely collaborative team.

The firm has built an excellent reputation for combining quality work with a supportive, people‑first culture where lawyers are trusted, valued and given the space to develop their careers properly.

The team acts for an impressive client base including national and regional housebuilders, developers and landowners on a broad range of complex development matters. There is a strong pipeline of work, excellent support from senior lawyers and a real opportunity to step into a visible role within the team.

What You Will Be Doing

• Advising on acquisition and disposal of development land
• Conditional contracts and option agreements
• Strategic land matters
• Development finance support
• Infrastructure and planning‑related agreements
• Supporting plot sale disposals
• Building and maintaining strong developer and housebuilder relationships
• Supporting junior lawyers within the team where appropriate
• Taking an active role in networking and business development

The role offers a good balance of autonomy and support, with plenty of direct client contact and the opportunity to play a key part in the continued growth of the team.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor with around 4+ years PQE
• Strong background in property development work
• Experience acting for developers, housebuilders and/or landowners
• Commercial and pragmatic approach
• Confident managing matters with a degree of independence
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills
• Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and being part of a close‑knit team

What Is in It for You

• High‑quality and varied development work
• Genuinely supportive and modern working culture
• Strong progression opportunities
• Friendly and approachable leadership team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Private medical cover and enhanced annual leave
• Wellbeing support and additional lifestyle benefits
• A team environment where people stay long‑term and enjoy what they do

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.