Job Opportunity: Senior Associate - Property Development Solicitor (5 years PQE) Location: Reading Are you a passionate and experienced Property Development Solicitor looking for your next career move? Our client, a well-respected organisation in the legal sector, is excited to invite applications for a Senior Associate position within their dynamic Development & House Building Team based in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a collaborative and friendly environment. Why Join Them? Be part of a hard-working team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere where you can manage your own caseload while having partner assistance when needed. Participate in exciting development transactions that make a real impact. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Associate, your role will include: Drafting option agreements, deeds, and contracts with precision. Undertaking thorough due diligence and providing comprehensive reporting. Managing a diverse caseload of development transactions, from land acquisitions to plot sales and planning issues. Handling secured acquisition and development finance transactions efficiently. Contributing to processes and documentation needed for successful plot sales. Identifying risks and concerns while providing practical and commercial solutions. Communicating effectively with team members, clients, and third parties throughout the transaction process. Gaining insights into the planning system and its relevance to development transactions. Engaging in business development activities to cultivate valuable relationships within the development community. Skills and Experience Required: We are looking for candidates who possess: Relevant development experience and a proven track record of working autonomously on complex transactions. Strong relationship-building skills with clients and referrers in the development sector. Excellent drafting and communication skills, both verbal and written. An organised, detail-oriented approach to problem-solving. Practical and commercial thinking, combined with resourcefulness and a robust work ethic. A willingness to engage in marketing and business development initiatives. Flexible Working: While flexible working options are available, regular attendance at their Reading office (at least twice a week) is expected to maintain team cohesion and collaboration. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are eager to take your career to the next level and become an integral part of a thriving team, we want to hear from you. Join our client and contribute to the exciting world of property development. Apply Now. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and energetic environment. Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding future. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.