Associate - Real Estate - Bristol - 4+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Bristol seeks a motivated Associate - Real Estate with 4+ years PQE. The ideal candidate will be dual-qualified in English & Scottish law and have extensive real estate experience, preferably in the energy sector. Responsibilities include developing energy offering and advising on significant projects. The firm offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth. This role provides the chance to engage in renewable energy technologies while maintaining a diverse practice.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing training and development

Opportunities in Responsible Business programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering real estate projects.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Awareness of policy developments in renewables.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Real Estate Energy offering.
• Support high-value projects in England and Scotland.
• Advise on site assembly and project finance.
• Gain exposure to renewable energy technologies.

Skills

Dual-qualified in English & Scottish law

4+ years PQE in real estate

High-quality real estate development work

Excellent communication skills

Strong client relationships

Enthusiasm for energy sector

Job description

Associate - Real Estate - Bristol - 4+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and capable dual-qualified English & Scottish Real Estate Lawyer (ideally with 4+ years PQE) to join our well-regarded Real Estate team, based in Bristol.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with the wider Energy team to develop our Real Estate Energy offering
• Support complex, nationally significant, high-value projects in both England and Scotland
• Advise developers, operators, owners, contractors, and funders on site assembly, land requirements, and project finance
• Gain exposure to renewable energy technologies including solar, battery storage, anaerobic digestion, and energy-from-waste
• Build expertise across the full lifecycle of renewable energy projects while maintaining a diverse real estate practice

Candidate Requirements

We are looking for an experienced real estate lawyer who:

• Is dual-qualified in English & Scottish law
• Has 4+ years PQE in real estate, ideally with energy-related experience
• Has a proven track record of delivering high-quality real estate development work
• Demonstrates excellent communication, technical, and organisational skills
• Thrives under pressure and meets challenging deadlines
• Builds strong and lasting client relationships
• Shows genuine enthusiasm for the energy, waste, and renewables sector, with awareness of policy developments

Benefits & Culture

We offer:

• A supportive, collaborative environment underpinned by our values: Be Open, Think Team, Make a Difference, Always Grow
• Genuine responsibility and client contact from the outset
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential
• A comprehensive benefits package supporting wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance
• Opportunities to get involved in our Responsible Business programme, including charity fundraising, environmental initiatives, and diversity & inclusion groups

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Or apply now, and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible.

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*