Overview
Property Litigation Senior Associate – Bristol – 7+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol (with flexible hybrid-working)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £70,000 – £90,000 (dependent on experience)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Property Litigation Senior Associate (7+ PQE) to join a nationally recognised Property Litigation team based in Bristol. This is a chance to make a real impact in a supportive, people-focused environment with clear opportunities for progression, working on high-profile projects and advising a diverse range of public and private sector clients.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for advising clients on the full spectrum of contentious property matters, including:
- Handling property litigation in UK courts and tribunals, including First-tier and Upper Tribunals and up to Court of Appeal level
- Providing wider contentious property advice outside of litigation
- Advising on Building Safety Act 2022 matters and residential leasehold management (forfeiture, service charges, section 20 consultation)
- Managing your own caseload with autonomy while supporting senior colleagues on complex matters
- Actively engaging in business development to support ambitious growth plans
- Supervising and delegating to junior colleagues where appropriate
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
- 7+ years PQE in property litigation
- Strong technical credentials and demonstrable relevant experience
- Excellent drafting, written and analytical skills
- Confidence in managing caseloads independently and working directly with clients
- A proactive, professional approach with strong project management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Interest or experience in supervising junior colleagues
- Commercial awareness and a practical approach to problem-solving
- Genuine enthusiasm for business development and building client relationships
Benefits
The firm offers:
- Competitive salary (£70,000 – £90,000 depending on experience)
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Minimum of 25 days holiday (plus option to buy up to 5 additional days)
- Generous pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Biennial private health assessment
- Life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible hybrid-working model
- Tailored training, learning and development opportunities
- Clear progression pathways and annual promotion reviews
- A supportive, inclusive and people-centred culture
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
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £70000 – £90000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
