Commercial Property Senior Associate

1 week ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Simpson Judge Full time £60,000 - £80,000 per year

Job Title: Real Estate Senior Associate 4-8 PQE

Salary: up to ~ £80K

Hours: Full Time

Location: Bristol | hybrid | 2 days in the office a week

Job Reference: CWS514

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 focusses 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 4 years post-qualification experience.
  • 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 @ or apply below.

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