Senior Commercial Development Lawyer - Manchester- 5 PQE+ Boutique Commercial Firm | Strategic Growth | High-Value Projects | Clear Career Path Are you a seasoned real estate lawyer with a passion for commercial development? A dynamic and rapidly growing commercial law firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Commercial Development Lawyer to join its expanding Real Estate team. Following a series of high-profile lateral hires from leading national and international firms, the team is entering an exciting phase of growth under the leadership of a well-regarded real estate specialist. This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a key role where your expertise will shape the future of the practice. What's on offer: · A strong pipeline of development-led work from high-calibre clients, including major developers, institutional investors, and national occupiers. · The chance to lead on complex and high-value commercial development projects(residential, commercial and mixed used), with support from a collaborative team. · Flexibility to tailor your caseload around your expertise and ambitions. · Opportunity to work closely with a Partner, who is a leading name in this field. · A culture that values work-life balance, professional autonomy, and individual growth. · A transparent pathway for career progression, with genuine routes to partnership. · Opportunity to support and mentor more junior lawyers. · Opportunity to get involved with business development. · Hybrid working policy. If you're ready to elevate your career in a forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you.