Commercial Property Associate - Managing Associate

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is assisting a Top 100 UK law firm in Bristol, seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to progress to a Managing Associate level. You will handle a broad range of property matters for a varied client base, coordinating deals end-to-end while mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to business development.

The role offers exposure to high-quality cases and a collaborative team environment with clear opportunities for career progression within a leading real estate

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise across a broad range of commercial property matters.
• Experience managing transactions independently.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.
• A commercial and client-focused approach.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to become a trusted adviser.
• Confidence working collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• An interest in business development and contributing to the growth of the practice.
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members (Senior Associate or Managing Associate level).

Responsibilities

• Advising on acquisitions and disposals.
• Handling landlord and tenant work.
• Managing asset management matters.
• Processing telecommunications property transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating a variety of property-related agreements.
• Managing transactions from instruction to completion.
• Supporting business development, networking and profile-raising initiatives.
• Mentoring and developing junior lawyers and trainees.

Skills

Strong property expertise

Independent transaction management

Drafting and negotiating

Client-focused approach

Relationship building

Business development interest

Mentoring juniors

Job description

Commercial Property Associate - Managing Associate

Location: Bristol

Join a highly regarded Commercial Property team within a Top 100 UK law firm recognised by both The Legal 500 and Chambers UK. This national firm is known for combining high-quality legal work and supporting an impressive portfolio of clients ranging from established businesses and investors to national occupiers and financial institutions.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and ambitious team.

You will advise on a broad range of commercial property matters, including:

• Acquisitions and disposals
• Landlord and tenant work
• Asset management matters
• Telecommunications property transactions
• Negotiating and drafting a variety of property-related agreements
• Managing transactions from instruction through to completion
• Supporting business development, networking and profile-raising initiatives
• Mentoring and developing junior lawyers and trainees

This role offers exposure to a varied and high-quality caseload, providing excellent opportunities to further develop your technical expertise, commercial awareness and client relationship skills.

Please note that development and energy work is undertaken by specialist teams, allowing this team to focus on general commercial property and asset management matters.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong technical expertise across a broad range of commercial property matters
• Experience managing transactions independently
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• A commercial and client-focused approach
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to become a trusted adviser
• Confidence working collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders
• An interest in business development and contributing to the growth of the practice
• Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members (particularly at Senior Associate or Managing Associate level)

Candidates will be considered at Associate, Senior Associate or Managing Associate level depending on experience.

Why Join?

Join a Top 100 UK law firm with a strong reputation in the real estate sector, offering high-quality work, an impressive client base and clear opportunities for career progression. You'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team that genuinely invests in its people, with flexible working, competitive rewards and excellent professional development support.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
t 0117 917 1929
m 07435 943574
e [e-mail]

*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.*