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Development Lawyer - Lincolnshire / Nottinghamshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident, proactive and ambitious Property Lawyer to join our team and to specialise in Development work.
This role will work with our highly experienced Development Partners working with a number of our national house builder and developer clients.
Location: Flexible around our offices
Hours: 9am – 5.15pm Monday to Friday
Salary: Depending on Experience
You will be involved in a broad range of matters to include, but not limited to, the following:-
• Undertaking title investigation and due diligence work, including some complex site set-ups.
• Dealing with conditional contracts, option agreements, promotion agreements and overage agreements.
• Working closely with and support the Specialist New Build Team and supporting with the setting up of management schemes, plot sales documentation in relation to the sale of new build properties.
• Dealing with disposals of land, affordable housing and freehold reservations.
• Acting for landowners making disposals.
• Assisting with the legal documents associated with the development process to include easements, infrastructure agreements, planning agreements and licences.
We consider this a growth area of the Company so the ideal candidate will be required to work with the companys Marketing Policy to promote and enhance the reputation and business of the Company.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• To provide an ongoing service to existing clients;
• To work with Partners and other Fee Earners to develop new business;
• Develop and enhance our property teams Departments, maximising cross referrals across all offices and areas of the business;
• To produce fee income in line with targets and agreed objectives;
• To keep informed of all changes in the Law and Practice in own area of work
• Maintain and enhance up to date legal skills.
• Financial control with particular regard to cash flow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures.
• Maintaining accurate daily records of time spent on client and internal work.
• Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the company’s quality and risk procedures.
Person Specification: | ||
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Qualifications | Passion for and strong desire to working within Commercial Property with focus on Residential Development. Knowledge of the house building sector and/or experience of commercial property or development work. Legal qualification or relevant experience. |
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Knowledge | Knowledge of Microsoft Office Understanding of the Solicitors Account Rules Clear understanding of Money Laundering Regulations | Knowledge of case management systems. Previous experience of Visual Files and SOS Connect. |
Skills | Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. Ability to provide practical, commercial advice and guidance. Ability to work with confidence. Strong planning and organisational skills. | Marketing and business development. |
Competencies | Ability to work in a structured and process driven way. Desire to provide a high quality service. Ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines. High level of integrity. | Ability to create and nurture relationships with key clients at all levels. |
Attributes | Professional. Positive and flexible approach. Sense of Humour. Hardworking and positive attitude. |
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Why work at Chattertons
Founded in 1856, Chattertons is one of the UK’s oldest and most respected law firms, proudly serving communities across Lincolnshire and the East Midlands. As a Top 200 law firm, we offer a comprehensive range of legal and financial services to individuals and businesses, with particular expertise in commercial property, corporate law, dispute resolution, and agriculture. Our commitment to excellence is matched by our dedication to local engagement—many of our team members actively contribute to the community as trustees, governors, and business advocates.
Benefits: Some of the great benefits that we offer include:
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