Real Estate Senior Associate

Position: Real Estate Senior Associate (Permanent)
Job Title:

Real Estate Senior Associate / Partner
Salary: ~ £75K +

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Bristol | hybrid | 2 days in the office a week

Job Reference: CWS
514

We're working with a top tier Legal 500 firm, with a strong reputation across the South West. We've placed candidates here before and consistently received excellent feedback on the firm's supportive culture, collaborative environment, high-quality work, and clear internal progression opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Real Estate Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career and handle a diverse range of transactions, provide expert legal advice, and grow their career within a team that values development, collaboration, and real work-life balance within a modern, forward thinking tech focuses law firm.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Manage a caseload of real estate transactions (acquisitions, disposals, leases/licences) across the portfolio, with a focus on health & social care assets. Support from senior management, partners, secretaries and paralegals.

* Identify and pursue business development opportunities, building relationships with clients, operators, and external partners to grow the real estate portfolio.

* Develop and execute estate strategies to optimise portfolio performance, service delivery, growth, and diversification opportunities.

* Conduct property due diligence, ensuring compliance with regulatory, planning, and operational requirements.

* Identify and deliver alternative uses or income-generating opportunities, including redevelopment, community, or sustainability projects.

* Oversee portfolio performance, asset utilisation, and collaborate with internal teams and external advisors on projects.

* Prepare business cases, reports, and analyses to support strategic decision-making.

* Ensure governance, risk management, and compliance across all estate activities.

REQUIRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

* Qualified solicitor in England and Wales, ideally with at least 6 years post-qualification experience and a network of clients (Partner level).

* Strong commercial property background, preferably with experience in health and social care, though not essential.

* Proven track record in business development with the ability to identify and win new clients or opportunities.

* Personable, collaborative, and motivated, with a strong drive to succeed and progress within the firm.

IN RETURN:

* Bonus structure

* Career development - clear structure upon joining the firm tailored to you.

* At least 25 days holiday + bank holiday + Christmas off + buy or sell 1 week

* Life assurance policy

* Additional enhanced family leave.

* Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements with a focus on work life balance. At least 2 days in the office a week.

* On site Café.

* Large kitchen area.

* Rooftop terrace - regular social events

* On site gym and showers.

* Quiet / focus pods.

* Discounted legal services

* Loads more!

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)