Senior/Managing Associate - EPIC Property - Bristol - 5+

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Senior/Managing Associate to join their EPIC Property team in Bristol. This role involves advising on significant energy and infrastructure transactions. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience, exceptional client relationship skills, and a strong focus on mentoring. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits including a performance-linked bonus scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Performance-linked bonus scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Private healthcare

28 days annual leave plus birthday leave

Paid volunteering days

Flexible benefits portal

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE with a strong specialism in energy-related property matters.
• Experience within a national or large regional practice.
• Proven leadership experience in property law.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-value property matters.
• Advise on renewable energy projects including solar and wind.
• Collaborate across departments for project delivery.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Client relationship skills

Commercial mindset

Ability to work independently

Enthusiasm for innovation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Senior/Managing Associate - EPIC Property - Bristol - 5+ years PQE

Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)

Type of Role: Full-time

Salary: £70,000 to £90,000

Chadwick Nott are happy to be supporting a leading national law firm in their search for an experienced Senior or Managing Associate to join their highly regarded EPIC Property team in Bristol. This is a rare opportunity to work on nationally significant energy and infrastructure transactions within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities

This is a senior, client-facing position offering the opportunity to lead complex, high-value property matters. Responsibilities include:

• Advising developers, investors, and funders on property aspects of renewable energy projects including solar farms, wind farms, energy storage, and EV infrastructure
• Leading strategic transactions that shape the UK's clean energy landscape
• Delivering commercially astute legal advice and exceptional client service
• Collaborating across departments to ensure seamless delivery of multi-disciplinary projects

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a solicitor or associate with:

• 5+ years PQE with a strong specialism in energy-related property matters
• Experience gained within a national or large regional practice
• Proven leadership qualities and a passion for mentoring junior colleagues
• Strong client relationship skills and a commercial mindset
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams
• Enthusiasm for innovation and sector development

Working Arrangements

This is a full-time role based in the Bristol office. Hybrid working is supported through the firm's Flexible by Choice programme, subject to role and client requirements.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

• Performance-linked bonus scheme
• Enhanced parental leave and fertility support
• Private healthcare and mental wellbeing initiatives
• 28 days annual leave plus birthday leave and sabbatical every five years
• Weekly Lifestyle Hour and flexible benefits portal
• Paid volunteering days
• Opportunities to engage in community-based initiatives and CSR programmes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

• [e-mail]
• 0117 917 1515
• 07711 799761
• Olivia Reed | LinkedIn

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.

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.