Associate - Residential & Commercial Property DevelopmentLocation: Bristol (with flexible hybrid working) A national law firm is looking for an Associate to join its fast-growing Bristol office, working across both residential and commercial property development matters. This is a role for a lawyer with solid development experience-someone comfortable running their own matters while also supporting on complex, high-value transactions. The team acts for a range of housebuilders, developers, promoters, investors and landowners, and offers a full-service, lifecycle approach to development work. There's real scope here for someone looking to take on responsibility, deepen their client exposure, and progress within a growing team that is winning new work and investing for the long term.The workThe successful candidate will:Support on complex residential development deals, acting as a trusted second-in-commandRun their own caseload of strategic land work, acquisitions, and disposalsWork alongside commercial development colleagues on national projectsAdvise a broad client base including developers, funders, and promotersPlay an active role in business development and relationship-buildingWork collaboratively across the firm's national real estate and infrastructure teamsWhat they're looking forA qualified solicitor with 3+ years' PQE and a background in real estateDevelopment experience is essential; strategic land experience is a plusStrong team player with good commercial instincts and client-handling skillsConfident managing their own workload with support where neededSomeone who enjoys client engagement and is keen to help build long-term relationshipsThe offerThis is a firm that takes a flexible, grown-up approach to work, offering:Hybrid working with genuine flexibilityA clear path for career progressionThe chance to join a national platform with excellent clients and sector depthCollaboration with planning, construction, and infrastructure specialistsA supportive culture that values input and initiativeBased in Bristol, the successful candidate will also work closely with colleagues in other offices across the UK.
