Real Estate Senior Associate - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A top 100 law firm is seeking a seasoned Real Estate Senior Associate in Bristol to join their thriving team. The role involves managing high-profile real estate projects, focusing on commercial property and healthcare sectors. Candidates should have strong experience in property transactions, excellent communication skills, and a commercial mindset, with an opportunity for quick progression and flexible hybrid working.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Generous pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible hybrid working

Qualifications

• Strong experience in commercial property, particularly in development and finance.
• Confident running transactions and managing client relationships.
• Excellent drafting, analysis, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on acquisitions, disposals, and funding of development sites.
• Advise lenders on real estate finance and security.
• Negotiate leases and manage investment property transactions.

Skills

Commercial property expertise

Transaction management

Client relationship management

Drafting and communication

Project management

Job description

Real Estate Senior Associate - Bristol

Top 100 law firm are seeking a seasoned commercial property lawyer to bolster their thriving Real Estate team. This senior role will focus on development and real estate finance work across both the general commercial property and healthcare sectors.

The successful candidate can expect to work on high-profile projects across the UK to include acquiring, developing, financing, and disposing of residential and commercial property. From healthcare infrastructure to complex mixed-use developments, you'll be playing a key role in deals that shape communities.

The Role:

• Lead on acquisitions, disposals, and funding of development sites
• Advise lenders on real estate finance and security
• Support corporate transactions with property due diligence
• Negotiate leases and manage investment property transactions
• Collaborate with specialists across planning, construction, and corporate teams
• Mentor junior lawyers

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong experience in commercial property, with particular expertise in development and finance
• Confident running transactions and managing client relationships
• Excellent drafting, analysis, and communication skills
• A commercial mindset and enthusiasm for business development
• Team player with strong project management skills

In return:

• Join a supportive, values-led culture that prioritises people
• Be part of a fast-growing team with opportunities for quick progression
• Enjoy flexible hybrid working tailored to your lifestyle
• Access a full suite of benefits: private medical, generous pension, bonus scheme, wellbeing support, and more

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.*