Real Estate Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Top 100 National Law Firm in Bristol seeks a Property Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE to join its commercial property team. The role involves working on high-profile projects, advising clients, and providing comprehensive legal service with a strong focus on professional development and business growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Access to mentoring and support from senior colleagues

Competitive salary with a lucrative bonus structure

Genuine opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE with exposure to development work.
• Confidence in handling client matters independently.
• Strong drafting, legal analysis, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on large-scale regeneration and development projects.
• Providing support across general commercial property matters.
• Engaging in business development activities to grow the practice.

Skills

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Drafting

Legal Analysis

Project Management

Job description

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Property Solicitor 2-4 PQE - Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)

This leading, Top 100 National Law Firm has experienced significant growth in recent years and is now seeking a

Property Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE to join its highly regarded commercial property team in Bristol . This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the firm's ongoing success, working on high-profile projects in both the public and private sectors.

The Firm

Known for its expertise across the housing, local government, health and social care sectors, as well as in construction, energy, resource management, higher education, and financial services, this firm has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional legal services. Consistently ranked in The Times' Best Law Firms and recognised across multiple legal directories, the firm has seen continued growth, both in revenue and profit, for the past eleven years. It is committed to investing in its people, with a strong focus on training, development, and internal progression.

The Role

The firm is seeking a Property Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE to join their expanding Commercial Property team, working on a mix of large-scale regeneration and development projects alongside general commercial property work.

The role offers significant responsibility, providing the opportunity to work with high-profile national and regional clients, including public sector organisations such as the Greater London Authority, the City of London, Peabody Trust, and Places for People, as well as a wide range of local authorities across the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on large-scale regeneration and development projects
• Providing support across general commercial property matters
• Drafting documents, conducting legal analysis, and providing strategic legal advice
• Managing relationships with clients and stakeholders, helping to build and maintain a strong client base
• Collaborating with colleagues across seniority levels to deliver high-quality service
• Engaging in business development activities to further grow the practice

This role will provide excellent exposure to high-profile clients and complex projects, alongside ample opportunities for professional development, networking, and career progression.

What's on Offer?

• Work with a team of experts on complex and high-profile regeneration projects
• A hybrid working model with flexible working arrangements
• The opportunity to develop your expertise in regeneration and development law
• Access to mentoring and support from senior colleagues to enhance professional growth
• Competitive salary with a lucrative bonus structure and a strong focus on work-life balance
• Genuine opportunities for progression within the firm

What We Are Looking For:

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

• 2-4 years of PQE, with some exposure to development work (though significant experience is not essential)
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach to client relationships
• Confidence in handling client matters independently and collaborating with senior colleagues
• Excellent drafting, legal analysis, and project management skills
• A practical, commercial approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• An interest in business development and the desire to grow your own network

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Property Solicitor looking to join a nationally recognised firm in Bristol and be part of a high-performing team with clear progression prospects.