Development Solicitor

Job details

Posted Monday 19 January 2026
Salary £65,000 - £90,000
Location Chester
Job type Permanent
Discipline Solicitor
Reference 1536
Recruiter Name Leona Taylor

| Development Solicitor | Legal 500 ranked | Chester |

 

About the firm

 

Leading and innovate law firm are looking to recruit a new Development Solicitor into their impressive Chester offices.

 

Sacco Mann has been instructed on a rare and exciting opportunity for an ambitious Development Solicitor to join a Legal 500 ranked law firm whose team is currently experiencing expansion and growth.

 

About the role

 

As a Development Solicitor, you will be joining an expert team who work with clients nationally on a varied caseload of matters including:

 

  • Buying and selling commercial properties
  • Leasing
  • Commercial Property finance
  • Residential Developments
  • Freehold/leasehold transactions
  • Planning matters
  • Environmental matters

 

About you

The successful candidate will be driven with at least 4 years PQE in Residential Development law, is able to maintain and expand on a loyal client base, has excellent client care skills and is confident in their own ability.

 

Experience within Planning Law, Commercial Development or Real Estate is advantageous for this role.

 

In return for your hard work, you will be able to work flexibly, ensuring you don’t have to compromise on your work/life balance, excellent development opportunities to expand your already existing network and generous employee referral schemes.

 

How to apply

 

If you would be interested in this Chester based Development Solicitor role, please contact Leona Taylor at Sacco Mann on 0161 831 6890 or email your CV to leona.taylor@saccomann.com

 

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Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.

*Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.*