Real Estate Senior Solicitor

Robert Walters UK; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is hiring a Real Estate Senior Associate in Bristol. This role involves advising on commercial property law, managing development projects, and fostering client relationships in a supportive environment. The firm offers flexible hybrid working, numerous wellbeing initiatives, and substantial investment in employee development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Programmes

Cycle-to-work schemes

Generous holiday allowances

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in commercial property and development projects.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with clients.
• Proven record of drafting and legal analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on commercial property law, especially development projects.
• Supervise acquisitions and negotiate development agreements.
• Engage with clients to build long-term relationships and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Commercial property expertise

Communication skills

Client engagement

Legal drafting

Project management

Commercial awareness

Business development

Job description

A distinguished commercial law firm is seeking a Real Estate Senior Associate to enhance its esteemed team in Bristol. This appointment presents an outstanding opportunity for you to contribute meaningfully within a highly regarded legal practice, celebrated for its expertise across housing, local government, health and social care, construction, energy, higher education, and financial services. Within a collegial and supportive environment, you will engage with prominent residential and commercial development projects as well as real estate finance matters, playing an instrumental role in the firm’s continued growth. The position offers flexible hybrid-working arrangements, comprehensive wellbeing initiatives, and a steadfast commitment to diversity and inclusion. You will be afforded the opportunity to refine your technical acumen, broaden your professional network, and advance your career within an organisation that genuinely invests in its people and upholds its values.

What you'll do:

In the capacity of Real Estate Senior Associate based in Bristol, you will:

• Provide comprehensive advice to clients on all aspects of commercial property law with particular emphasis on residential and commercial development projects as well as real estate finance transactions.
• Supervise the acquisition of development sites and oversee disposals following the completion of development phases to ensure seamless project delivery for clients.
• Negotiate the property elements of development funding agreements with forward funders to secure outcomes that are advantageous for all stakeholders.
• Offer expert guidance to lenders regarding real estate finance security work by conducting meticulous property due diligence and contributing to banking condition precedent lists.
• Assist the corporate team with property-related issues arising during corporate acquisitions and disposals by reviewing share purchase agreements and asset purchase agreements.
• Administer sales and disposals of investment properties subject to leases while ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and client objectives.
• Negotiate commercial leases on behalf of institutional landlords and tenants to achieve terms that align with client interests.
• Provide leadership to junior lawyers on larger projects by offering guidance, supervision, and fostering a collaborative team ethos.
• Work closely with colleagues from planning, construction, corporate, banking, and litigation teams to deliver integrated solutions for complex transactions.
• Engage directly with clients to cultivate enduring professional relationships whilst identifying new business opportunities through networking and business development activities.

What you bring:

For this Real Estate Senior Associate position, you’ll possess:

• Substantial experience across a broad spectrum of commercial property work with particular expertise in development projects and familiarity with real estate finance matters.
• Exceptional communication skills enabling you to interact professionally with clients at all levels while cultivating enduring relationships founded upon trust and understanding.
• A proven record of direct client engagement where interpersonal skills are essential for effective service delivery.
• Highly developed drafting abilities combined with rigorous legal analysis skills allowing you to produce bespoke documentation tailored to each transaction’s unique requirements.
• A collaborative approach—working harmoniously alongside colleagues at both junior and senior levels within multidisciplinary teams.
• Well-honed project management capabilities ensuring timely delivery against demanding deadlines without compromising quality or attention to detail.
• A pragmatic mindset coupled with commercial awareness so that advice provided is always grounded in practical considerations relevant to clients’ objectives.
• A genuine interest in business development demonstrated through previous involvement in networking or client relationship-building activities within the legal sector.

What sets this company apart:

This firm is recognised as one of the United Kingdom’s most esteemed legal practices—with an enviable reputation underpinned by over a decade of sustained revenue and profit growth. Its values-driven culture places genuine emphasis on relationships: colleagues describe it as an environment where individuals make time for one another, offer support generously, and welcome questions without reservation. Flexible hybrid-working arrangements enable you to balance professional obligations with personal commitments; core hours are respected yet flexibility is encouraged so that you may work in ways best suited to your circumstances. The firm’s commitment extends beyond career advancement—they invest significantly in learning opportunities tailored specifically for each individual’s aspirations through structured training programmes led by knowledgeable mentors. Wellbeing is prioritised via access to private medical insurance (including biennial health assessments), Employee Assistance Programmes, cycle-to-work schemes, generous holiday allowances (with options to purchase additional days), discretionary bonuses based on performance—and much more. Diversity is championed at every level: employee-led networks promote equality while robust policies ensure everyone feels empowered regardless of background or identity.

For more information about this Real Estate Solicitor role or similar roles in Bristol and the Southwest please get in touch with me Jack Sheehan on 0121 260 2514 or [e-mail]

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