Real Estate Solicitor (Development) - Birmingham - Competitive Package + Bonus + Benefits. A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its highly regarded Real Estate Development team based in Birmingham. This is a strategic growth hire, offering the chance to work on high-value, complex development projects for a well-established and diverse client base. Contact Theresa Lucas on - JOB REF: 215302472

The Role
As an experienced Solicitor joining this respected team, you will take a lead role in managing a broad caseload of commercial development matters, including:
• Site acquisitions and disposals
• Development funding arrangements
• Structuring, drafting and negotiating development agreements
• Providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice to major developers, landowners and investors
You’ll work closely with specialists across planning, construction, tax and other complementary teams to deliver fully integrated solutions for clients.

The Team
The Real Estate team is widely recognised for its expertise in large-scale development work and acts for an impressive range of national and regional clients. The environment is collaborative, forward-thinking and commercially minded, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality advice and building long-term client relationships.

The Person
We are looking for a candidate with:
• 4–8 years’ PQE with substantial experience in real estate development work
• Strong technical ability across development transactions
• A sound understanding of the commercial property market
• Experience of funding or mixed-use schemes (desirable)
• Confidence in managing complex matters independently
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• The ambition and drive to progress within a growing and dynamic team

What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure
• A comprehensive benefits package, including flexible benefits
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to high-quality work and major development projects
• A supportive team environment that values collaboration, innovation and progression

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Theresa Lucas at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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