Solicitor – Commercial Property Associate – Bristol

Overview

In this role you will join a large Real Estate team in Bristol to handle a broad mix of commercial property matters, from development and landlord/tenant work to asset management and cross-department M&A for independent schools. You will work closely with clients and other professionals, contributing to the growth of the Real Estate practice in a supportive, collaborative culture. The position offers hybrid working with a minimum in-office presence and clear opportunities for progression. You’ll impact high-quality client service for diverse sectors, including charities and education.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements (minimum 3 days in Bristol office)
• Competitive salary 55,000-80,000 DOE
• Supportive and intellectually stimulating environment
• Clear career progression pathways
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Responsibilities

• Property development projects
• Landlord and tenant transactions
• Asset management
• Acquisitions and disposals
• Property and estate management on a national basis
• Commercial property work for charities and education sector clients
• Cross-departmental work on mergers and acquisitions of independent schools
• Liaising with clients, agents, and other professionals
• Supporting the growth and development of the Real Estate team

Key requirements

• Qualified solicitor with Associate or Senior Associate level experience in commercial property
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Broad exposure to property work (specialist backgrounds also considered)
• Ideally some experience supervising colleagues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Passion for advising commercial property clients and delivering outstanding client service

• Excellent communication
• Interpersonal abilities
• Proactive mindset
• Technical drafting skills in property law
• Broad commercial property expertise

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