Senior Associate Construction & Engineering, Bristol - 6+ PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension contributions

Award-winning career development platform

Vibrant social and sports committees

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Associate with over 6 years PQE in construction and engineering law. The role involves managing complex projects, contributing to high-profile infrastructure developments, and collaborating with various teams. Forward-thinking candidates with strong interpersonal skills and a desire for mentorship will thrive in this hybrid work environment. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE with strong experience in construction and engineering law.
• Proven ability to manage complex matters and lead others.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• SRA registered lawyer.
• Experience in business development and mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-profile infrastructure, energy, and development projects.
• Collaborate with teams across real estate, finance, corporate, and projects.
• Build industry relationships and contribute to sector groups.

Job description

Senior Associate - Construction & Engineering - Bristol - 6+ years PQE

Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)

Type of Role: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £95,000 to £115,000

A top-tier UK law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its leading Construction & Engineering team in Bristol. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure, energy, and development projects that shape the future of the built environment across the UK and internationally.

The Role

This Bristol-based role offers exposure to strategic and complex projects across sectors such as:

• Renewable energy and nuclear
• Transport and infrastructure
• Defence and redevelopment
• Major real estate and finance-backed developments

You'll collaborate with lawyers across real estate, finance, corporate, and projects teams, helping deliver innovative legal solutions. You'll also be encouraged to build industry relationships and contribute to sector groups.

Candidate Requirements

• 6+ years PQE with strong experience in construction and engineering law
• Proven ability to manage complex matters and lead others
• Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• SRA registered lawyer
• Experience in business development and mentoring junior colleagues

Working Arrangements

This is a full-time role based in the Bristol office. Hybrid working is supported, with flexible arrangements tailored to role and client needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions
• Hybrid working model and flexible arrangements
• Award-winning career development platform
• Vibrant social and sports committees
• Platinum-level Investors in People accreditation
• Consistently ranked among the best law firms to work for

Interested?

For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact:

[e-mail]

0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.