Overview
Company Solicitor – In-House Residential Development
Location: North Yorkshire
Sector: Residential Development / Housebuilding
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Are you a qualified legal professional looking to make a meaningful impact in an in-house environment? LHH is assisting a leading UK housebuilder in their search for a Company Solicitor to join its Legal Team, supporting regional offices and contributing to the delivery of high-quality housing developments.
Why Join
This is a rare opportunity to work with one of the UK’s most established residential developers. You’ll be part of a collaborative legal team, with access to a range of benefits including:
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme
* Hybrid working post-probation
* Private healthcare and life cover
* Contributory pension
* Employee benefits platform with discounts and wellbeing support
* A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional development
The Role
Reporting to the Group Solicitor, you’ll work within the Land and Affordable Housing sector of the Legal Team. Your responsibilities will include:
* Advising on affordable housing and investor sales
* Supporting land disposals, planning, and infrastructure agreements
* Conducting property due diligence and reporting on title
* Building relationships across regional offices, with occasional travel required
About You
We’re looking for a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with:
* PQE guide – 2+ years
* Experience in affordable housing, section 106 agreements, and infrastructure matters
* Strong property law knowledge and commercial awareness
* Previous experience in-house or in private practice, ideally within the housebuilding sector
* Excellent communication skills and confidence in managing stakeholder relationships
Ready to take the next step in your legal career?
Apply now to join a company where your expertise helps shape communities and your growth is genuinely supported.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
* Industries: Legal Services
Note: This description reflects the core responsibilities and qualifications for the role and does not include extraneous site or tracking content.
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