Residential Development Associate

Residential Development Associate – Birmingham

Hunter Savage is hiring on behalf of a leading UK legal practice to appoint a Residential Development Associate into its residential development team. This is a rare opportunity to join a specialist practice advising on complex land acquisitions and development matters for major housebuilders and developers.

The firm offers competitive remuneration and exceptional work quality, with exposure to acquisitions, collaboration agreements, strategic options, funding arrangements and urban regeneration across England and Wales.

The Opportunity

This Residential Development Associate position provides a broad practice spanning residential development, land acquisition and strategic land projects. The successful candidate will support national and regional housebuilders, specialist developers, promoters and institutional landowners on significant matters involving complex development structures and large scale residential schemes.

Practice Focus

The team advises on land acquisitions, development agreements, conditional contracts, options, collaboration agreements, disposals of serviced parcels and funding arrangements, alongside urban regeneration projects. The role offers close collaboration with planning, construction and litigation specialists, supporting continued learning and career development.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should be qualified solicitors with at least three years of post qualification experience and strong experience in commercial development or residential development. Housebuilder experience is advantageous, while lawyers seeking to specialise in residential work are also encouraged to apply. This opportunity will suit candidates who combine technical strength with commercial judgement, commitment and a genuine interest in land acquisition.

Next Steps

For a strictly confidential discussion regarding this Residential Development Associate role in Birmingham, please contact Bradley Hellier at Hunter Savage.