Solicitor - Real Estate

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Bristol is seeking a qualified Solicitor with 2-4 years of PQE in real estate. The role involves working on residential and commercial development, asset management, and various advisory projects. Candidates should display a strong enthusiasm for real estate and excellent communication skills. Benefits include flexible working, a generous pension scheme, and ample holiday time. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a vibrant team in a dynamic practice.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible pension schemes

Paid volunteering days

Health membership and digital GP services

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE in residential or commercial development, or general commercial property.
• Enthusiasm for real estate work and client outcomes.
• Ability to manage matters under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Work on residential led development and strategic land projects.
• Manage investment and asset management for clients.
• Advise on contentious and non-contentious agricultural matters.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Solutions focused approach

Team development support

Job description

Solicitor - Real Estate - Bristol - 2-4 Years PQE

Location: Bristol

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

Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 (depending on experience)

The Role

You will join a highly regarded team working across a broad range of real estate matters, with particular focus on:

• Residential led development
• Strategic land development projects
• Commercial development and regeneration
• Investment and asset management for national and regional property companies
• Advisory work for owner/occupier clients
• Natural capital projects including biodiversity net gain, water neutrality and nutrient neutrality
• Both contentious and non contentious agricultural matters

Recent work highlights include:

• Advising a national land promoter on multiple strategic land promotion agreements
• Acting on the promotion of a 250+ acre Sussex site delivering up to 1,500 homes plus education, leisure and care facilities
• Supporting habitat bank operators on conservation covenants and natural capital mitigation projects
• Advising household name occupiers on asset management, portfolio expansion and estate restructuring
• Acting for Further Education Colleges on leases, charges, sales and redevelopment matters
• Advising on the acquisition and development of a major mixed use gateway site in Leicester valued at approximately £50m

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• Around 2-4 years PQE in residential or commercial development, or general commercial property
• A clear enthusiasm for real estate work and delivering excellent client outcomes
• Confidence to hit the ground running and manage matters under pressure
• Strong technical, drafting and organisational skills
• A pragmatic, solutions focused approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support team development
• Interest in business development and staying up to date with legal developments

Benefits

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
• Generous and flexible pension schemes
• Two fully paid volunteering days each year
• Westfield Health membership and access to digital GP services
• A wide range of wellbeing initiatives and hybrid working options
• Recognition as a leading employer for wellbeing
• A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and responsible business

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.*