Solicitor - Commercial Property - Bristol - 6+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Bristol is seeking a Solicitor in Commercial Property with over 6 years of PQE. You will manage a broad caseload, develop strong client relationships, and lead business development initiatives. The role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 to £90,000 plus bonuses and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive and inclusive culture

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in commercial property law is essential.
• Experience in Health & Social Care Real Estate is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a broad caseload of commercial property work.
• Lead business development activities and win new business.
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and trainees.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Client management skills

Excellent communication

Delegation skills

Coaching abilities

Education

6+ years PQE in commercial property law

Experience within a reputable Real Estate team

Job description

Solicitor - Commercial Property - Bristol - 6+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol (with hybrid flexibility)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £65,000 to £90,000 + Bonus

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing and developing a broad caseload of commercial property work, including:

• Development, property finance, commercial occupier, and investment transactions
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and referral networks
• Delivering high‑quality, profitable legal work and managing resources effectively
• Supporting the wider business plan and contributing to departmental strategy
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees
• Leading business development initiatives and winning new work
• Collaborating with colleagues across real estate, planning, construction, and disputes
• Staying current with legal and sector developments and driving innovation

Candidate Requirements

• 6+ years PQE in commercial property law
• Experience within a reputable Real Estate team
• Strong technical knowledge and client management skills
• Proven ability to lead BD activity and win new business
• Experience in Health & Social Care Real Estate (desirable but not essential)
• Excellent communication, delegation, and coaching abilities
• Commercial awareness and a proactive, strategic mindset
• Commitment to delivering outstanding client service

Benefits

• A supportive, inclusive, and people‑first culture
• Clear career progression and leadership opportunities
• High‑quality work across diverse sectors and clients
• Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing support
• A transparent framework for career development
• Competitive salary and bonus structure

How to Apply

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

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

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 to 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 any 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.*