Senior Associate / Partner – Real Estate (Plot Sales)

Senior Associate / Partner – Real Estate (Plot Sales)
📍 York
💼 Salary: To be discussed at enquiry

About the Opportunity
Synergy Personnel Services, a specialist Legal recruiter, is working on an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Associate or Partner to join a highly regarded Real Estate team in York. This is a strategic hire within a growing national practice, offering the chance to play a key role in developing and leading a specialist Plot Sales offering.

This position is ideally suited to an experienced real estate lawyer with a strong background in residential development and plot sales, looking to step into a senior leadership role with genuine influence over client relationships and team direction.

The Role
You will be advising a broad client base of developers, housebuilders, housing associations and investors on all aspects of plot sales transactions. The work is varied, high-quality and often involves complex, multi-plot developments from inception through to completion.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading on plot sales for residential developments, from initial instruction to completion
• Drafting and negotiating contracts, transfers, leases and supporting documentation
• Advising on site set-up, including management companies, road and sewer agreements
• Working closely with developers, lenders, architects and other stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of transactions
• Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers within the team
• Playing a key role in business development and strengthening client relationships

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
• Senior Associate or Partner level experience within Real Estate
• Strong background in residential development and plot sales work
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and client relationships
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach to business development
• Leadership experience or a desire to step into a leadership role

The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, growth-focused legal business with a strong reputation in the real estate sector. The wider team advises on a full range of development, planning and property matters for high-profile clients across the UK, delivering both commercial and practical legal solutions.

You will benefit from:

• A clear pathway to Partnership (if not already at that level)
• High-quality work with national developers and investors
• A collaborative and commercially driven culture
• Real autonomy to shape your practice and contribute to growth

Apply Now
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Synergy Personnel Services.