Real Estate Senior Associate

Job Title: Real Estate Senior Associate 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 focused 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 @ (url removed) or apply below