Development (Plot Sales) Fee Earner
Gloucester
Development Plot Sales


About the Firm
TSR Legal are proud to be working with a well-established law firm with over 30 years’ experience and a national reputation for excellence in the Property sector. With offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham and the city, the firm provides a wide range of legal services for both businesses and individuals.
The firm places great emphasis on their people — believing staff are at the heart of the firm’s success. They are committed to supporting a positive work-life balance, professional development, and long-term career progression.


This position has become available due to continued growth within the Development Plot Sales Department.


The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development (Plot Sales) Fee Earner to join the Gloucester office. The successful candidate will handle all aspects of residential development sales on behalf of commercial developer clients, including the day-to-day running of sale files, part exchanges, and site set-ups.
You’ll be working alongside a team of around 20 experienced professionals and enjoy exposure to a strong client portfolio, including FTSE 100-listed companies and 5-star HBF-rated builders. While property law experience (residential or commercial) is essential, specific plot sales experience is not required — full training will be provided.


Key Responsibilities
*Managing the site set-up of new development sites (training provided).
*Preparing road, sewer, infrastructure, and service agreements, as well as related transfers, leases, or easements.
*Drafting contracts, transfers, and leases for plot sales and part-exchange transactions.
*Responding to enquiries from buyers’ legal representatives.
*Reporting to clients on part-exchange properties.
*Handling exchange and completion of sales and purchases.
*Completing SDLT returns and registrations.
*Meeting billing targets as agreed with the Head of Department.
*Supervising junior team members as required.
*Managing all other legal matters relating to development sites post-acquisition.
About You
Essential Criteria
*Qualified Solicitor (SRA) or FCILEx. Applications are encouraged from those who are non qualified who have experience of fee earning.
*Right to live and work in the UK.
*Strong communication, client care, and relationship management skills.
*Excellent attention to detail and ability to work proactively.
*Highly organised, able to prioritise and meet deadlines under pressure.
*Confident with legal IT systems and Microsoft Office.
*Able to maintain confidentiality and adapt to changing business needs.
Desirable Criteria
*Newly Qualified to 2 years PQE.
*Knowledge or prior experience in Property Law.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary – up to circa £50k DOE
Apply today or contact TSR Legal for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. Contact Hannah Williams in confidence.