Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure Associate/Sr Associate

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure Associate/Sr Associate in Bristol to work on significant UK energy and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include advising on real estate aspects, drafting agreements, leading due diligence, and mentoring junior lawyers. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with strong commercial real estate experience. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a focus on career development in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure Associate / Senior Associate - Bristol
Competitive Salary + Benefits

The Role

Join a Tier 1 Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure team working on some of the UK's most significant energy and infrastructure projects. You'll help deliver major schemes supporting the UK's transition to net zero from renewables and battery storage to hydrogen, heat networks, nuclear, ports, airports and more.

You will:

Advise on real estate aspects of major energy and infrastructure projectsDraft and negotiate options, leases, development agreements and project documentsLead title, access and land due diligence to unlock deliverable solutionsSupport DCO and CPO processes for nationally significant infrastructureWork directly with developers, landowners, investors, funders and public bodiesCollaborate with specialists across planning, construction, corporate, regulatory and financeMentor junior lawyers and take ownership of client relationships
Candidate Requirements

England & Wales qualified solicitor, ideally 2+ PQEStrong commercial real estate experienceExperience in energy, renewables, infrastructure or major development workExcellent drafting and negotiation skillsConfidence managing complex matters and multiple stakeholdersA practical, solutions focused approachInterest in business development and team growth
Why Join?



You'll be part of a top 50, international, award winning law firm recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers for its market leading energy and infrastructure work. Expect high profile projects, strong career development and a culture that values flexibility and wellbeing.
Benefits include:

Competitive salary with annual reviewHybrid workingBonus schemeUp to 25 days' holiday (rising with service)Holiday exchange optionsPrivate medical insuranceEnhanced parental leave
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk

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.