In-House Property Solicitor
Braintree
Permanent
Legal
Property & Construction
£40,000.00 - £52,000.00Year
Position: In-House Property Solicitor Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum (DOE) + Benefits
We are supporting a UK Property Developer in their search for an In-House Property Solicitor to join their Legal function. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing in-house legal team, playing a key role in supporting residential development projects across the UK.
The Role:
As an In-House Property Solicitor, you will report to the department and oversee key legal processes related to site set-ups, development matters, and plot sales. You will be responsible for drafting and reviewing a range of residential development agreements, providing legal support across infrastructure and regulatory matters, and supporting a team of conveyancers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Site Set-Ups & Development Matters - Prepare legal documentation and portfolios for plot sales, as well as agreements relating to roads, sewers, drainage, service easements, public open spaces, and management companies.
- Legal Advisory & Risk Management - Provide legal advice on plot sales, part exchanges, reversion sales, deeds of variation, and other property transactions.
- Regulatory & Compliance Support - Assist senior legal leadership in regulatory matters, precedent drafting, and case management system development.
- Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with sales teams, external legal advisors, and internal departments to support business objectives.
- Process Improvement - Contribute to the ongoing development of internal case management systems and legal frameworks.
- Supervision & Training - Support and oversee a team of conveyancers, providing guidance, training, and management on key legal processes.
What We're Looking For:
- Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx Fellow), or Licensed Conveyancer (CLC Qualification).
- Strong residential and/or commercial property experience.
- Ideally experience handling plot sales and related development matters (either in-house or private practice) is highly desirable.
- Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to manage legal risks effectively.
- A proactive, motivated, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.
- IT literate with a confident approach to case management systems and process improvements.
What's On Offer?
- Salary up to £52,000 per annum (DOE)
- Bonus Scheme
- Pension & Life Assurance
- Healthcare Benefits
- Hybrid Working Policy - Flexible home working options (up to 2-3 days per week after probation)
📩 Apply now to find out more and take the next step in your In-House legal career!
If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Chris Ewles on 07902 701 818 or at chris.ewles @lhh.com
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.
In-House Property Solicitor
LHH
21 days ago
£40,000.00 - £52,000.00Year
Permanent
Legal
Property & Construction
Braintree
Position: In-House Property Solicitor Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum (DOE) + Benefits
We are supporting a UK Property Developer in their search for an In-House Property Solicitor to join their Legal function. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing in-house legal team, playing a key role in supporting residential development projects across the UK.
The Role:
As an In-House Property Solicitor, you will report to the department and oversee key legal processes related to site set-ups, development matters, and plot sales. You will be responsible for drafting and reviewing a range of residential development agreements, providing legal support across infrastructure and regulatory matters, and supporting a team of conveyancers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Site Set-Ups & Development Matters - Prepare legal documentation and portfolios for plot sales, as well as agreements relating to roads, sewers, drainage, service easements, public open spaces, and management companies.
- Legal Advisory & Risk Management - Provide legal advice on plot sales, part exchanges, reversion sales, deeds of variation, and other property transactions.
- Regulatory & Compliance Support - Assist senior legal leadership in regulatory matters, precedent drafting, and case management system development.
- Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with sales teams, external legal advisors, and internal departments to support business objectives.
- Process Improvement - Contribute to the ongoing development of internal case management systems and legal frameworks.
- Supervision & Training - Support and oversee a team of conveyancers, providing guidance, training, and management on key legal processes.
What We're Looking For:
- Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx Fellow), or Licensed Conveyancer (CLC Qualification).
- Strong residential and/or commercial property experience.
- Ideally experience handling plot sales and related development matters (either in-house or private practice) is highly desirable.
- Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to manage legal risks effectively.
- A proactive, motivated, and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.
- IT literate with a confident approach to case management systems and process improvements.
What's On Offer?
- Salary up to £52,000 per annum (DOE)
- Bonus Scheme
- Pension & Life Assurance
- Healthcare Benefits
- Hybrid Working Policy - Flexible home working options (up to 2-3 days per week after probation)
📩 Apply now to find out more and take the next step in your In-House legal career!
If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Chris Ewles on 07902 701 818 or at chris.ewles @lhh.com
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.