In-House Property Developments Counsel

Yorkshire Pie Company; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national homebuilder in the United Kingdom seeks a Legal Counsel to provide legal advice on land acquisition and development agreements and manage relationships with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with experience in affordable housing and development law. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a company car or allowance, ensuring significant career progression within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

Bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Health care

Life cover

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in legal counsel, particularly in development.
• Familiarity with planning, infrastructure, and development law.
• Experience managing relationships with external legal providers.

Responsibilities

• Advise on land acquisition and development agreements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements related to developments.
• Conduct property due diligence and risk assessment.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders and regional divisions.

Skills

Experience in affordable housing sales

Property due diligence

Title reporting

Strong communication skills

Commercial mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor or equivalent legal executive

Job description

A leading national homebuilder in the United Kingdom seeks a Legal Counsel to provide legal advice on land acquisition and development agreements and manage relationships with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with experience in affordable housing and development law. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a company car or allowance, ensuring significant career progression within a dynamic environment.