Real Estate Associate – Residential Enfranchisement – Bristol – 1–3 Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £65,000 to £95,000 (plus bonus)

A leading national law firm is seeking a Real Estate Associate (1–3 years PQE) to join its highly regarded, Tier 1 Real Estate team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a top-performing group that regularly advises major national and international investors and developers on high-value residential and mixed-use matters.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of residential transactional and enfranchisement work, including:

• Statutory lease extension claims under the Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development Act 1993
• Drafting and negotiating residential leases
• Advising on residential tenancies, including assured periodic tenancies, and applying the Renters Rights Act 2025 and Tenant Fees Act 2019
• Handling licences to alter, licences to assign and deeds of variation
• Sales, purchases and refinancing of residential and mixed-use property
• Liaising with clients, agents, surveyors and other professionals
• Supporting a collaborative, high-performing team culture
• Maintaining excellent professional standards and compliance

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 1–3 years PQE in residential property, enfranchisement or leasehold reform
• Experience in statutory lease extensions (1993 Act work essential)
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset
• Familiarity with residential tenancy legislation
• Some knowledge of collective enfranchisement and rights of first refusal (desirable but not essential)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal IT systems

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and generous bonus scheme
• Flexible, hybrid working policy
• Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 with service)
• Holiday exchange scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Reasonable adjustments and accommodations in line with the Equality Act 2010
• A supportive and inclusive working environment with clear progression pathways

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761