Overview
Senior Associate – Construction & Engineering – Bristol – 6+ years PQE
Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £95,000 to £115,000
A top-tier UK law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its leading Construction & Engineering team in Bristol. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure, energy, and development projects that shape the future of the built environment across the UK and internationally.
The Role
This Bristol-based role offers exposure to strategic and complex projects across sectors such as:
- Renewable energy and nuclear
- Transport and infrastructure
- Defence and redevelopment
- Major real estate and finance-backed developments
You’ll collaborate with lawyers across real estate, finance, corporate, and projects teams, helping deliver innovative legal solutions. You’ll also be encouraged to build industry relationships and contribute to sector groups.
Candidate Requirements
- 6+ years PQE with strong experience in construction and engineering law
- Proven ability to manage complex matters and lead others
- Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills
- Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
- SRA registered lawyer
- Experience in business development and mentoring junior colleagues
Working Arrangements
This is a full-time role based in the Bristol office. Hybrid working is supported, with flexible arrangements tailored to role and client needs.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions
- Hybrid working model and flexible arrangements
- Award-winning career development platform
- Vibrant social and sports committees
- Platinum-level Investors in People accreditation
- Consistently ranked among the best law firms to work for
Interested?
For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact:
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
Olivia Reed | LinkedIn
Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.
*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: £95000 – £115000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
