Job Description

We are seeking a Property Legal Counsel based in Northampton to join a leading UK house-building business. You'll be responsible for advising on commercial property, development, contract and leasing matters and working closely with stakeholders to support growth. Join a legal team where your expertise will make a real impact.
The Property Legal Counsel will be:
Advising on commercial property transactions, developments, leases and licences
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex property-related contracts and agreements
Working with development, construction, finance and operations teams to align legal risk with business strategy
Ensuring compliance with regulatory, planning and property law obligations
Enhancing legal templates, policy and process for property/ development teams
Lead complex property and commercial law in a major house-builderStrong career development in a growing legal team
The Property Legal Counsel should be:
A solicitor or equivalent with solid experience in commercial property law and development work
Comfortable drafting and negotiating leases, licences, acquisitions/divestment's and development agreements
Skilled at advising operational teams on legal risk, regulatory issues and governance
A confident stakeholder communicator, adept at working with commercial, finance and construction teams
Commercially astute, detail-oriented and proactive in supporting growth initiatives
The client is a well-established house-building organisation committed to quality, sustainability and delivering homes across the UK. They promote a culture of internal talent development - "nearly 70% of senior leadership are internal promotions". Their "Rewards & Benefits" page emphasises fair pay, annual pay reviews and strong wellbeing and recognition programmes. The business emphasises teamwork, innovation and growth, offering clear career pathways and the opportunity to influence large-scale property projects.
This permanent role offers a competitive salary, combined with a broad benefits package reflecting the organisation's investment in people:
Fair-pay commitment, Living Wage accreditation and annual pay reviews.
A structured training and development programme with strong internal promotion potential.
Wellbeing support, recognition awards, share-save schemes and pension options.
A role where your legal expertise will contribute meaningfully to property strategy, growth and governance - more than just a job, a career opportunity.
If you're an experienced Property Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.

Skills Required