Commercial Property Solicitor (Residential Development) - Bury St Edmunds

Commercial Property Solicitor (Residential Development) - Bury St Edmunds

We are looking to recruit a Residential Development Solicitor with at least three years' post-qualification experience to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer who wants exposure to high-quality work, client contact and genuine long-term progression.

You will work closely with senior lawyers on a varied caseload while developing your technical skills and client exposure. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting on a range of residential development matters for landowners, promoters, and developers
• Supporting senior fee earners on:
  • Strategic land option agreements
  • Promotion agreements
  • Conditional and unconditional sale agreements
  • Overages and clawback provisions
• Assisting with site acquisitions and disposals, including due diligence and title investigations
• Preparing first drafts of legal documentation and reports
• Managing post-completion formalities and Land Registry applications
• Liaising with clients, agents, lenders, and other solicitors under supervision
• Supporting development finance transactions in conjunction with the finance team
• Maintaining accurate file records and assisting with matter management
• Developing technical knowledge in residential development and strategic land work
• Contributing to team initiatives and business development activities as appropriate

Knowledge, skills and experience required

Our ideal candidate will be ambitious, client-focused, and keen to grow within a supportive team, with the following skills and experience:.

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Minimum of 3 years' PQE in commercial property
• Strong technical grounding in commercial property transactions
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Commercial awareness and a practical, solutions-focused mindset
• Strong communication and client-handling skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and work autonomously

Desirable (but not required):

• Previous experience in residential development or strategic land
• Experience working with landowners, promoters, or developers
• Interest in business development and client relationship management

Ashtons Legal is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds.