Senior Residential Real Estate Lawyer - Bristol - 8+ Years PQE

Senior Residential Real Estate Lawyer - Bristol - 8+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol (hybrid working - 3 office days per week)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
PQE: 8+ Years
Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 (depending on experience)

A leading regional practice is seeking an experienced Residential Real Estate Lawyer (Senior Associate or Partner level) to join its Residential Development & Property team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer looking to take the next step in their career, with full support from senior leadership and clear scope for progression.

The Role
You will work closely with colleagues across the wider Real Estate division and manage a complex, high quality caseload at the technical end of residential property work. Responsibilities include:

• Managing a diverse caseload of residential real estate transactions
• Residential development projects
• Bridging finance and lender side transactions
• Portfolio refinances
• Title splitting and drafting leases
• Complex residential conveyancing
• Plot sales and site set up
• Infrastructure agreements
• Auction transactions
• Supporting general residential property work when required
• Acting for lenders, developers, and investors
• Advising on complex, technical matters with minimal supervision
• Assisting with social housing work (experience beneficial but not essential)
• Supervising junior team members and supporting the wider leadership team
• Helping grow the team's client base and contributing to business development
• Developing your own practice with support

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Solicitor or FCILEx with 8+ years PQE
• Strong track record in complex residential conveyancing and development work
• Excellent drafting, organisational and client relationship skills
• Ability to coach, mentor and supervise junior lawyers
• Strong client management skills with a focus on excellent service delivery
• Ability to manage your own files and delegate effectively

Benefits

• 26.5-31.5 days' holiday per year
• Holiday buying and selling scheme
• Healthcare cash plan / private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Discounted conveyancing fees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Discretionary profit and performance related bonus
• Hybrid working
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family leave
• Recruitment referral bonus
• Group income protection
• Regular salary reviews
• Comprehensive learning and development programme
• Transparent Career Development Framework
• Mentoring and personal development opportunities
• Inclusive recruitment process with reasonable adjustments available

How to Apply

To apply or discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact:

📧 oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
📞 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

*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.*