Senior Associate - Strategic Land Development

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We are looking to recruit a Senior Associate (ideally 5-10 years PQE) to join our growing Development team, focussing on Strategic land Development. The firm generate significant opportunities from regional and national land owners/Property Developers and to enable growth, require an experienced solicitor with a strong background in Strategic Land Development (Option and/or Promotion agreements) and an established reputation in this field, who will bring a reputation with them and ideally connections with Agencies.
This represents an great opportunity to grow a practice/business in Strategic Land Development in any UK location.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for running own caseload and ensuring deadlines are met;
• Assisting Partners on complex and high value matters;
• Ensuring the retention of good clients through appropriate client management and service delivery;
• Ensuring all new instructions are appropriately scoped and priced, with good financial management;
• Ensuring clients receive accurate, up-to-date legal advice that takes account of their circumstances and represents "value for money";
• Contributing to the development of the team business plan and take ownership for the delivery of assigned activities;
• Developing relationship with peer group across the firm;
• Supporting business development/marketing and attending conferences; and
• Managing direct reports as the team continues to grow.

Person Specification

• Have proven technical experience in Strategic Land Development.
• Have experience of Court processes and procedures and related case management;
• Be adaptable, enthusiastic, have a flexible approach and be able to work under pressure both individually and as part of a team;
• Work with colleagues across the firm;
• Ensure that the client is at the heart of all activities which generates valued service outcome in a timely and cost-effective manner;
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner at all levels; and
• Have strong commercial acumen and aspirations to grow and succeed with the firm.

Wright Hassall values the differences and advantages that a diverse workforce brings to the firm and is committed to ensuring that all applicants are valued as individuals and treated with respect and fairness. It's no surprise that we have been awarded "Great Place To Work" status!

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