Real Estate Finance Solicitor

Reference:  Estate Finance Solicitor - BristolA fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Real Estate Finance Associate to join a leading international law firm in central Bristol.

Consistently ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers, the firm advises major banks, alternative lenders, investment funds, developers, sponsors and corporate borrowers on some of the market's most significant and complex transactions. Known for its innovative approach and sector-led strategy, it is widely regarded as a leader in the real estate finance space.

Joining a high-performing and collaborative team, you'll work on a broad range of domestic and cross-border transactions, advising both lenders and borrowers across a variety of asset classes.

Typical matters are likely to include:

Investment and development finance transactions

Acquisition and refinancing deals

Real estate-backed lending structures

Portfolio financings

Loan restructurings and amendments

Cross-border financing transactions

Complex secured lending arrangements

You'll work closely with colleagues across Real Estate, Corporate, Construction, Tax and Financial Markets teams, gaining exposure to high-profile clients and sophisticated work from day one.

This is an ideal opportunity for a lawyer looking to deepen their specialism within a market-leading practice while enjoying direct client contact and genuine career progression opportunities.

Candidate Requirements We are keen to hear from lawyers who have experience in real estate finance or broader banking and finance work and are looking to further specialise within a highly regarded team.

The successful candidate is likely to have:

Experience gained within a recognised commercial or international law firm Exposure to real estate finance transactions, acting for lenders, borrowers or both Strong drafting, negotiation and transaction management skills

The ability to manage work streams independently while collaborating effectively with wider teams

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Applications are welcomed from candidates at Associate level (NQ-3 PQE) who are looking to accelerate their career within a highly respected team.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join one of the legal market's most respected firms, recognised for combining premium-quality work with a genuinely supportive and inclusive culture.

Benefits of the opportunity include:

Exposure to complex, high-value and often international transactionsA market-leading Real Estate Finance practice

Excellent client exposure and responsibility from an early stage

Strong partner support and mentoring

Structured learning and development programmes

Clear progression opportunities

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.(t) (m) e)
* 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.*