Real Estate Associate / Sr Associate – Bristol – 2+ Years PQE

Overview

As Real Estate Associate, you will handle a diverse mix of commercial real estate work within a supportive, non-micromanaged team. You’ll manage your own caseload, advise on landlord and tenant matters, and support regeneration and development schemes. The role emphasizes independent drafting, strong client relationships, and pragmatic, risk-aware advisory work. You’ll collaborate across the firm to share know-how, develop business, and guide junior colleagues. This is an opportunity to advance in a collaborative firm with a strong regional reputation and clear progression paths.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Progression pathways including Senior Associate opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive, friendly culture
• Ability to work abroad for up to 2 weeks each year
• Equal opportunities employer

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of real estate transactions
• Advise on landlord and tenant matters, leases, acquisitions, disposals, and investment work
• Support regeneration and development projects, including residential-led schemes
• Draft and negotiate legal documentation with growing independence
• Build client relationships and manage risk, timescales, and outcomes
• Deliver commercially focused, pragmatic advice
• Contribute to a strong risk-aware culture
• Develop internal and external networks with clients and sector contacts
• Support business development through networking, publications, and speaking opportunities
• Assist with team and sector pitches
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues (Senior Associate level)
• Ensure clear communication across the team

Key requirements

• Qualification in England & Wales
• 2+ years PQE in commercial real estate ( Senior Associate level for more experience)
• Experience or interest in regeneration and development work
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven experience in title due diligence
• Proactive, flexible, and collaborative approach

• Strong communication
• Collaboration
• Client relationship management
• Commercial real estate
• Regeneration and development experience
• Title due diligence

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