Shakespeare Martineau is a law firm with big ambitions for both our clients and our people. We are one firm of original thinkers, inspired to create an outstanding future for our clients, our people and our community.
Working with organisations of all sizes our team delivers a broad range of specialist legal services, and has particular expertise across sectors including but not limited to; energy, education, banking & financial services, investment funds and advanced manufacturing.
Our vision is to be the outstanding legal force in our specialist sectors and markets. Our people are renowned for their flair and individuality. We recruit people who have a blend of excellent technical and business skills with the talent to do things differently.
We firmly believe that people and spirit are at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment is to help all our people fulfil their careers and ambitions and we strive to create an environment where each individual can understand and then achieve their full potential. Great performance for us is a blend of excellent technical and business skills and the talent and drive to do things differently. |
Our multi-disciplinary Real Estate group is highly regarded by our clients and within the sector. It comprises not only lawyers but town and country planners, RICS surveyors, property managers and sector focused financial advisers. We’ve brought experts into our services in planning, development, investment, landlord and tenant matters, construction and litigation with a particular emphasis on energy, retail, housing, education, finance and investment funds.
Our Social Housing team specialises in property acquisition and disposals for registered providers, extra care retirement villages and specialist tenure leasehold schemes.
They act for a number of Registered Providers and charities across the country in the acquisition of affordable homes, sales and purchases, shared ownership and large scale disposals, particularly in the delivery of new extra care schemes.
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The role:
We are looking for an experienced development lawyer to join our social housing team based in either our Birmingham or Stratford-Upon-Avon office.
This is a truly excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven lawyer looking to join a thriving team acting on the acquisition of land for development.
You will play a key role in the team and work with technical experts who are well respected in commercial property law. You will be acquiring land and plots for a range of clients including Registered Providers, Charities and, public sector organisations.
The team can offer opportunities for progression, competitive salary/benefits and exposure to quality clients. We are a highly regarded, mid-sized firm offering a great working environment, excellent quality work and a genuine work/life balance.
Your key duties will be:
- working with a team of experienced lawyers on a broad range of acquisition work, including land & build contracts, golden brick and section 106
- working on large complex deals and running your own caseloads of matters
- liaising with clients in a professional manner
- handling enquiries efficiently
- working to strict deadlines
Skills and experience you will have:
- 3 yr + experience in real estate acquisition and development matters, ideally working for social housing clients (please note, you do not need to be a qualified solicitor to apply for this role)
Key competencies you will need:
- a desire to exceed client expectations
- a high degree of initiative and the ability to cope in a demanding environment
- excellent organisational and prioritising skills
- the ability to work in a busy team
- a desire to support the growth of the team
- excellent communication skills
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Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. |
