Commercial Property Development Solicitor

An outstanding opportunity for a Commercial Property Development Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join a highly regarded Real Estate and Development team in Manchester. The team is recognised for advising on some of the UK's most significant development, regeneration and infrastructure projects. Acting for developers, landowners, investors, transport operators and corporate clients, the successful candidate will enjoy exposure to large-scale and strategically important projects across a variety of sectors. This role offers a unique combination of complex commercial property work, development projects, infrastructure delivery and renewable energy matters. Lawyers within the team benefit from direct client engagement, significant responsibility and clear opportunities for long-term progression. For ambitious Real Estate Solicitors seeking exposure to major development schemes, regeneration projects and the UK's growing renewables sector, this represents an exceptional opportunity. The Role: Advising on large-scale commercial property development projects across the UKSupporting developers, landowners and investors on strategic land and regeneration schemesActing on renewable energy projects including solar, battery storage and wider energy infrastructure developmentsNegotiating development agreements, option agreements, promotion agreements and associated documentationSupporting major transport and infrastructure projectsManaging complex real estate transactions and stakeholder relationshipsWorking alongside recognised specialists on nationally significant projects The Candidate: Commercial Property Solicitor with 5+ years' PQEExperience gained within a recognised Real Estate or Development teamStrong knowledge of development transactions and commercial property mattersExposure to infrastructure, regeneration or renewable energy projects advantageousCommercially focused and solutions drivenStrong client relationship management skillsLooking to progress within a highly successful and expanding team The Culture, Benefits and How to Apply: Hybrid working with genuine flexibilityCompetitive salary and bonus potentialExcellent quality of work and client exposureClear progression frameworkPrivate healthcare and wellbeing supportEnhanced family leave policiesStructured learning and development programmesStrong commitment to employee wellbeingHighly collaborative team environmentLong-term career development opportunities This is an exceptional opportunity for a Commercial Property Solicitor or Real Estate Solicitor looking to specialise in development, infrastructure and renewable energy projects within a market-leading team handling some of the UK's most significant schemes. Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone. Contact: Samuel Doughty Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07961 696703 Email: sam.doughty@williamjamesrecruitment.com More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, advising on key and strategic appointments.