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Residential Development Partner – Bristol

Residential Development Partner – Bristol (HSJ921956165) Bristol, England

Residential Development Partner – Bristol

Fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Residential teams, known for its depth, scale, and sector expertise. This top 100 law firm advise a wide range of clients from national PLCs and regional developers to affordable housing providers, land promoters, and PRS investors on residential and mixed-use development projects across the Living Sector.

Their reputation speaks for itself with top-tier rankings in legal directories and due to continued growth, they are seeking a seasoned Partner with a strong track record in residential development to join them in their Bristol office. You’ll play a pivotal role in expanding their national presence, driving strategic growth, and mentoring the next generation of legal talent.

The Role
You’ll be part of a high-profile national team working on premium development deals. Expect exposure to:

  • Conditional/unconditional contracts and land transfers
  • Option and promotion agreements
  • Development funding and forward commitment deals
  • Turnkey contracts and collaboration agreements


About You

  • UK-qualified lawyer with 8+ years PQE
  • Deep expertise in the Living Sector and a proven ability to build a thriving practice
  • Commercial acumen and a strategic mindset
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills
  • A visible external profile in the sector


In return, you’ll enjoy a top-tier salary, access to advanced legal technology, flexible working arrangements, bespoke leadership training, and a workplace culture built on wellbeing, diversity, and forward-thinking innovation.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk