Solicitor-Real Estate

Irwin Mitchell; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm seeks an ambitious individual for its growing national Real Estate team in Bristol. The role involves working on residential and commercial development projects, offering significant responsibilities from the start. Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of PQE, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to excellent client outcomes.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous, flexible pension schemes

Two paid volunteering days annually

Westfield Health membership

Well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in residential or commercial development matters or general commercial property transactions.
• Approximately 2-4 years PQE is preferred.
• Strong enthusiasm for real estate law.

Responsibilities

• Participate in high-profile deals and provide legal advice on development projects.
• Engage in practice development initiatives and stay updated with legal changes.
• Collaborate with partners and support team development.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Client Outcome Focus

Business Development

Education

Law degree

Job description

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The team is led by partner, Guy Sackett, and specializes in a wide range of Real Estate work, primarily focused on residential-led development with expertise in strategic land development projects. The team also handles commercial development projects, regeneration, and investment/asset management work for national and regional property companies, as well as owner/occupier clients. Additionally, the team advises on niche natural capital projects such as biodiversity net gain, water neutrality, and nutrient neutrality, providing offsite solutions to facilitate residential developments. They also deal with both contentious and non-contentious agricultural matters.

Recent activities include:

• Advising a national land promoter on strategic land promotion agreements nationwide;
• Managing the promotion of a 250+ acre site in Sussex for up to 1,500 residential units, including education, leisure, and care facilities;
• Representing habitat bank operators and mitigation providers on conservation covenants and natural capital projects;
• Advising household owner/occupiers on asset management, portfolio expansion, estate restructuring, and refinancing;
• Supporting Further Education Colleges on campus issues like leases, charges, sales, and redevelopment;
• Advising on the acquisition and development of a mixed-use site in Leicester valued at approximately £50m, including offices, residential, hotel, student accommodation, and retail space.

About You

Your Role and Responsibilities

The team, led by partner Guy Sackett, deals with a broad spectrum of Real Estate work, focusing on residential-led development and strategic land projects. They also handle commercial development, regeneration, and asset management for various clients. The team provides advice on natural capital projects and agricultural matters.

We are seeking an ambitious individual to join our growing national team. You will work closely with partners and be involved in high-profile deals from the outset, engaging with well-established clients. The role requires excellent organization and pragmatic working skills.

You will participate in practice development initiatives, pursue business development opportunities, and stay updated with legal and industry changes. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player committed to delivering excellent client outcomes and supporting team development.

What We Need From You

• A strong enthusiasm for this area of law and a dedication to achieving the best outcomes for clients under pressure;
• Confidence to start contributing immediately;
• Experience in residential or commercial development matters or general commercial property transactions;
• Approximately 2-4 years PQE is preferred.

Our Benefits

• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional days;
• Generous, flexible pension schemes;
• Two paid volunteering days annually;
• Westfield Health membership, including refunds on medical services and access to Aviva Digital GP;
• Well-being initiatives, including a Flexible by Choice hybrid working program;
• Recognition as one of the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024;

Our social responsibility programs focus on our people, community, environment, and pro bono activities. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.