Residential Development Solicitor (Social Housing)

Company: Executive Network Legal Limited
Apply for the Residential Development Solicitor (Social Housing)
Location: Greater London
Job Description:

Residential Development Solicitor (Social Housing)

Location: London | Salary: £85-100,000 (DOE) | PQE: 16+ years

About the Role

Following the continued success and growth of its Residential Development team, we are looking to appoint an experienced Solicitor to lead on a diverse and high‑quality caseload of social housing matters. The role involves advising on a broad range of work, including planning, development and investment transactions, secured lending, and selected landlord and tenant matters, providing excellent exposure to complex and impactful projects within the sector.

Candidate Profile

  • Minimum of 6 years’ PQE with strong technical expertise across all aspects of residential development law.
  • Valuable experience within the social housing sector; an established client base or network is advantageous, but not essential.
  • Mentoring and developing junior colleagues, using commercial awareness to identify new opportunities and strengthen client relationships.
  • Ability to contribute to thought‑leadership and social‑housing‑focused marketing initiatives to shape the firm’s presence.

Benefits and Culture

This top‑tier law firm offers a comprehensive, highly competitive package: 30 days’ holiday, private healthcare, life assurance, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and clear career progression pathways within a collaborative, supportive environment.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: April 17th, 2026