Real Estate Finance Associate Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern law firm is seeking a Real Estate Finance Associate in Bristol. The role involves managing finance transactions, drafting agreements, and fostering client relationships in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years PQE in real estate or banking law. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Access to technology and training

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in property finance or secured lending.
• Confident in handling complex transactions.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex real estate finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate finance agreements.
• Manage a caseload of mid-size deals.
• Contribute to business development initiatives.

Skills

Real estate finance expertise

Client handling

Negotiation skills

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor with 4+ years' PQE

Job description

Overview

Real Estate Finance Associate- Bristol
Location: Bristol (hybrid, 3 days office)
Salary: Market leading + benefits
Type: Full-time, permanent

Yolk Recruitment are working with a modern, forward-thinking law firm with a thriving property finance practice to hire a Real Estate Finance Associate for their Bristol office.

This is a chance to work alongside a renowned partner team on transactions spanning major lenders, developers, and corporate borrowers, all while being part of a genuinely collaborative, supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise lenders and borrowers on complex real estate finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate finance agreements, security packages, and ancillary documents.
• Lead on your own caseload of mid-size deals while assisting on headline transactions.
• Strengthen client connections and contribute to business development initiatives.

About you

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years' PQE in real estate or banking law.
• Direct experience in property finance or secured lending.
• Confident handling clients and complex transactions.
• Keen to be part of a team where collaboration is key.

The offer

• Competitive base salary + bonus + benefits.
• Hybrid flexibility balanced with top-quality work.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and training.
• Opportunities for progression into senior roles.

Ideal for lawyers looking to step into a larger platform in Bristol without compromising on culture or flexibility.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.