Solicitor / Associate - Property Disputes - Bristol - NQ-3 PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Bristol is looking for a Solicitor / Associate with up to 3 years PQE in Property Disputes. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-value regional and national matters with a diverse client base in sectors like real estate and energy. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure, along with various benefits including private healthcare and hybrid working options.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare with BUPA (after probation)

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Agile/Hybrid Working Policy

Qualifications

• NQ-3 years PQE in property disputes or litigation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability.

Responsibilities

• Advising and supporting commercial property owners and landlords.
• Handling disputes concerning development land and property contracts.
• Building and managing your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong research and drafting skills

Ability to provide practical, commercially focused advice

Proactive mindset and initiative

Education

NQ-3 years PQE in property disputes or litigation

Job description

Solicitor / Associate - Property Disputes - Bristol - NQ to 3 Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 (dependent on experience)

A leading UK Top 50 law firm is seeking a Solicitor / Associate (NQ-3 years PQE) to join its growing Property Disputes team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to high-value, high-profile regional and national matters, working with a diverse client base across sectors including real estate, retail, energy, and renewables.

The Role

• Advising and supporting commercial property owners, landlords, tenants, investors, retailers, transport and renewable entities, and developers
• Handling disputes concerning development land and property contracts
• Managing landlord and tenant issues such as lease renewals, terminations, disrepair, dilapidations, break notices, forfeiture, and breach of lease covenants (including consent and service charge disputes)
• Assisting with trusts of land matters and other property-related disputes
• Supporting energy and renewables sector disputes, including title and ownership issues, land rights, easements, restrictive covenants, trespass, and nuisance claims
• Playing an active role in networking and business development initiatives
• Building and managing your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers across the national team

Candidate Requirements

• NQ-3 years PQE in property disputes or litigation
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability
• Ability to provide practical, commercially focused advice under pressure
• Strong research and drafting skills
• Proactive mindset and initiative
• Sound financial management skills (time recording, billing, WIP management)

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Long Service holiday award - 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service
• Private Healthcare with BUPA (after probation)
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% employee)
• Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme
• Salary sacrifice options (pensions, profit share)
• Life Assurance - 4x salary / Permanent Health Insurance
• Paid CSR Day
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Subsidised gym membership
• Electric car scheme
• Agile/Hybrid Working Policy
• Dress for Your Day Policy

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

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.