Legal Counsel

Bringing together two trusted housebuilding brands, Tilia Homes and Hopkins Homes, untypical aims to make a positive difference to the UK housebuilding market and help to provide greater access to homes which are affordable for buyers.

Guided by an innovative approach and a commitment to excellence, untypical focuses on creating sustainable, inclusive communities, delivering homes across the UK that people want to live in and are good for the planet. 

The untypical Group is comprised of Tilia Homes Limited and Hopkins Homes Limited and is backed by the European private equity firm, Terra Firma.

Our compensation and benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus Scheme
• Hybrid working
• Car allowance
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Private medical insurance
• 26 days holiday plus additional bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

We’re an ambitious, growing residential developer looking for a Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team. This is a strategic, high-impact position where you’ll work independently as the primary legal point of contact for two regional offices, reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer.

You’ll provide comprehensive legal advice across all areas of the business, acting as a trusted adviser to stakeholders at every level. This is an opportunity to influence key decisions, shape processes, and drive efficiencies as we grow.

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with 4–6 years PQE (housebuilder experience is a plus, not essential)
• Solid training from a reputable (top tier) law firm and/or business
• Background in real estate, corporate, construction or litigation
• Strong technical skills and an ability to think strategically in line with the company’s values and goals and risk generally
• Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder management experience across all levels
• Capable of working independently and experienced in taking the initiative and responsibility for delivery of outcomes
• Methodical with an excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters and relationships and prioritise appropriately
• Thrives in a fast paced environment staying calm and considered under pressure 

untypical operate across four regions in England – Eastern, Western, Central and Anglia. We’re committed to making a positive difference in the local areas we build new homes. We create neighbourhoods with a real lasting impact - the kind of community that people can be proud of for generations to come. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and diverse employer of choice and take pride in building careers, not just communities.

Terra Firma has a 30-year track record of investing in transformational private equity, operational real estate and infrastructure plus. Since 1994, Terra Firma has invested €18 billion in 40 businesses with an aggregate enterprise value of over €51 billion. Terra Firma manages and advises its own investment funds, and acts as a private equity advisor with institutional capabilities to a variety of other investment partners, including family offices and private individuals.