82 Associate jobs in Bristol

We're working with a well-established, independent consultancy based in Bath who are looking to appoint an Associate Director to support and help lead their growing Quantity Surveying team. This is a remote-first role - no set office days.

This is a key senior leadership position within a small team of 8, with the opportunity to help shape the future of the business. You'll have the autonomy to run your own projects, lead client relationships, and support junior team members as needed.

Project sectors include:

• High-rise residential

• Heritage and conservation

• Education (schools-focused)

• Healthcare

• An experienced Associate-level Quantity Surveyor or a strong Senior QS ready to step up.

• Ideally MRICS, with a strong background in consultancy/PQS environments.

• Experience in the education sector (schools) would be a real advantage.

• Based within reach of Bath for team or client meetings.

• 65,000 - 75,000 salary (depending on experience)

• Remote-first flexibility with a grown-up, trust-based culture

• Clear opportunity to shape your role and influence the business

• Work directly with Directors and a small, expert team on high-quality projects

Interested? Reach out to Max Condie on (phone number removed) or apply now to explore the opportunity.

Planning Associate

Bristol

Salary up to 82k

Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting this exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate to join a dynamic and growing Planning team in Bristol. If you're an experienced Planning Solicitor looking for high-quality work, career progression, and the chance to work on major development and regeneration projects, this role could be the perfect next step.

This is an opportunity to work on both contentious and non-contentious planning matters, advising a diverse client base that includes developers, local authorities, and corporate organisations. With a strong pipeline of work, hybrid working options, and excellent benefits, this is a fantastic role for an ambitious planning solicitor ready to take the next step in their career.

This is what you will be doing:

As a Planning Associate, you will:

• Provide expert advice on planning law matters, including planning agreements, development consent orders, and compulsory purchase orders.
• Manage planning appeals and inquiries, representing clients in negotiations and hearings.
• Advise on highways and infrastructure planning, listed buildings, and conservation area issues.
• Work closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Support business development efforts by building strong client relationships and contributing to team growth.

The experience you will bring to the team:

You will bring the following experience to the Planning team:-

• 4-8 years' PQE with a background in planning law.
• Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious planning matters.
• Strong legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Confidence working directly with clients and managing multiple cases.
• A proactive, commercial mindset with an interest in business development.

This is what you will get in return:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working with a flexible office / home balance.
• 25 days holiday (plus the option to buy additional leave).
• Private medical insurance, pension scheme & life assurance.
• Career development opportunities, structured training, and clear progression pathways.
• Well being support, including Employee Assistance Programme and cycle-to-work scheme.

Are you up to the challenge?

If you're a Planning Associate ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more! Join a team that values diversity, promotes well being, and offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of something extraordinary. You are encouraged to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.

Associate Director - Development Infrastructure
 
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Associate Director to lead and oversee the design and delivery of development infrastructure projects, with a primary focus on roads, drainage, and utilities for residential and mixed-use developments. This is a senior leadership position responsible for managing both internal and external teams to ensure the efficient, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of civil engineering solutions.
 
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead and manage the design and delivery of civil engineering infrastructure (S38, S104, S278, S106) for housing, commercial, or mixed-use development projects.
 
·Manage and mentor a team of civil engineers, technicians, and external consultants.
 
·Ensure all infrastructure works comply with relevant design standards (DMRB, Sewers for Adoption, Building Regulations, SuDS guidance, etc.).
 
·Review, approve, and provide technical oversight on detailed designs for roads, drainage, earthworks, and utility systems.
 
·Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively, ensuring successful delivery of multiple projects.
 
·Coordinate and liaise with planning, architecture, construction, and legal teams to align infrastructure delivery with overall project goals.
 
·Maintain relationships with adopting authorities and ensure successful technical approvals and agreements.
 
·Oversee the integration of sustainable drainage design (SuDS) and ensure compliance with current environmental and planning policies.
 
·Provide expert advice and strategic direction on complex technical issues and drive the development of best practices within the team.
 
Required Experience & Qualifications:
 
·Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
 
·Experience in civil infrastructure design and delivery, particularly in residential/mixed-use development.
 
·Strong understanding of UK highways and drainage legislation, including S38, S104, S278, and S106 processes.
 
·Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with external consultants.
 
·Strong project management, communication, and client-facing skills.
 
·Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage/Flow.
 
Desirable:
·Experience in land feasibility and early-stage design assessments.
 
·Knowledge of land development, earthworks, and remediation strategies.
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
 
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.
 

Associate Dentist

We’re looking for an Associate Dentist to partner with us on a self-employed basis at our established Bupa Dental Care practice in Chepstow Boscobel House.

Associate Dentist opportunity details

• Mon 08.30-7.00, Weds 08.30-5.00, Thurs 08.30-5.00, Fri 08.30-3.30
• 4500 UDAs
• Mentor available
• Industry-leading offers and resources for professional growth and business support – find out more below

About Chepstow Boscobel House:

Established with 6 surgeries , modern working environment, fully computerised, Dentally software, digital x-ray and Apex Locator. Experienced longstanding associates in situ, supported by a team of fully-trained qualified professional support staff. Boscobel House is a long established practice located in the Town of Chepstow , just 5 minutes from the M48 and Severn Bridge and hosts its own car park. The practice is situated overlooking beautiful views of Chepstow Castle and is ideally placed for easy access to the Wye Valley and the Forest Of Dean. We offer a wide range of treatments such as Implants, invisalign, Composite Bonding and have a full time Hygienist on site. We are looking for an individual to join our friendly and experienced team to support us on our journey of growth as the population of Chepstow grows.

Our practice offers Bupa Smile Plan - a payment plan that allows patients to spread the cost of their routine preventive dentistry throughout the year. This enables our patients to budget for their dental care and encourages regular attendance helping to maintain their oral health. For you it means a more stable revenue stream from a loyal patient base with absolutely no fees or admin costs - you get paid for the services you offer in line with private pricing.

Our practice offers Bupa Smile Plan - a payment plan that allows patients to spread the cost of their routine preventive dentistry throughout the year. This enables our patients to budget for their dental care and encourages regular attendance helping to maintain their oral health. For you it means a more stable revenue stream from a loyal patient base with absolutely no fees or admin costs - you get paid for the services you offer in line with private pricing.

Partnering with Bupa also means the unique opportunity to provide dental treatment to our insurance customers, improving your revenue streams and growing any private work you wish to undertake.

Work with Bupa, Thrive at Bupa

• In-house CPD events

• Professional development opportunities

• Large clinical support network

• Referral Portal

• 5% rebate on spend with Bupa Labs

Access to Bupa Healthcare

• Discounted health insurance with medical history disregarded

• Preferential rates to Bupa Menopause plan

• Suite of wellbeing resources available

Additional benefits

• An Invisalign discount course and savings on labs bills (20 % iGO and 46% on comprehensive treatment)

• Implant discount- Straumann, Astra, Nobel Biocare and Zimmer Biomet

• Receive up to £3,000 referral fee for referring Clinicians & Support Staff (Ts & Cs apply)

• Highest standards of clinical governance and expert practice support - giving you the time to concentrate on delivering excellent patient care

• Access to an in-house complaint team

• Practice level marketing support to help you grow your business

• Network of 380+ practices making it easier to relocate

Why we're different: As the only corporate dental provider in the UK not backed by private equity, we’re in a unique position. We’re committed to the UK dental industry for the long-term – both private and NHS – and are ready to treat not just today’s patients, but generations to come.

Furthermore, as a limited liability company Bupa has no shareholders, so we’re able to focus 100% on delivering a great service for our customers. We are run commercially to ensure we remain competitive, but Bupa reinvests 100% of its profits to help provide better care for patients across the world.

To discuss the opportunity and your options available for this position, contact our Clinical Resourcing Business Partner:

Rachael Wallis

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn , Facebook and Instagram .

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

About us

Stone King is an ambitious and friendly firm specialising in the Business & Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Faith and Private Client sectors. Our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.

The opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual looking to progress their career, to join our growing Real Estates Team working within Commercial Property, with a particular emphasis on our Charity Property work, supporting the firm’s nationally top-rated Charity practice.

The successful candidate will have experience within Commercial Property. Guidance and direction are available from more senior members of the Team on more complex matters. It is encouraged that employees take ownership and responsibility for work, at increasing levels of significance in order to progress their position over time within the Team and the Firm.

The role is available to someone located in Bath, Birmingham, or Leeds.

Reasons to apply

• Opportunity to gain invaluable experience across our friendly Real Estates Team , you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with our specialists across the firm.
• To be part of an ambitious, collaborative and friendly national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to create the best place to work.
• Excellent benefits for our people , with a focus on wellbeing and development at the forefront.
• Hybrid working - Stone King are proud to be signatories of the Mindful Business Charter as part of our commitment to mental health and wellbeing. We want to support all of our people in achieving a healthy work/ life balance and would be happy to speak with prospective candidates about flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

General duties include, but are not limited to:

• Effectively manage an individual caseload (with supervision where appropriate).
• Attend to clients of the Firm in the office or elsewhere if needed.
• Work in a collegiate and collaborative way within an immediate Team and wider Firm environment.
• Communicate promptly and effectively both internally to colleagues and externally to clients.
• Maintain your continuing professional development requirements and take an active interest in furthering your knowledge within the field of law.
• To carry out your work for both colleagues and clients to the highest possible standard, having regard to the Firm’s standards, procedures and core values.
• To regularly attend, and be involved in preparation for, Team meetings.
• To attend and be involved in preparation for marketing and business development events and activities.

Requirements

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with experience of working in Commercial Property.
• Experience of running their own caseload of matters.
• Must possess the ability to work with minimal supervision on more simple transactions, however guidance is available from more senior members within the Commercial Property Team.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to hit the ground running.

Desirable

• Commercial Property experience is essential, working with Charity institutions is desirable.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Individual differences are embraced at Stone King, and we strive to create an environment in which people feel supported and able to be themselves. We have a partner-led Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy Group, and a dedicated DE&I Adviser. We are committed to promoting an inclusive working environment that supports the growth and development of all our people, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. As part of our continued commitment to an inclusive working environment, we are proud to be part of the Race Fairness Commitment, the Age Friendly Employer Pledge and a Disability Confident Employer.

Stone King are signatories of the Mindful Business Charter as part of our commitment to mental health and wellbeing. We want to support all of our people in achieving a healthy work/ life balance and would be happy to speak with prospective candidates about flexible working arrangements.

As part of our commitment to DE&I, we want our recruitment practices to be as inclusive as possible, which means we will make reasonable adjustments to help you perform to your best, so please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process. Our recruitment team are on hand to discuss any reasonable adjustments with candidates and can provide full job details and applications in alternative formats if required. You can contact our recruitment team via email at or 01225 326770.

As a Disability Confident employer, Stone King LLP is committed to offering an interview to any job applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the role as defined by the job description and person specification. A full copy of the person specification and job description can be provided by contacting our Recruitment team.  In some recruitment situations such as high-peak times, we might need to limit the overall numbers of interviews we offer. This will include the number of interviews offered to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria. When that happens, we’ll still aim to offer a proportionate number of interviews to disabled applicants.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Benefit Platform
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life assurance (4 x salary)
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays)
• Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum

Adverts normally close at midday on the closing date, however vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received. Therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity by encouraging all our staff to achieve their full potential and guaranteeing that all employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.

Recruitment agencies – please do not send us unsolicited CVs. If you do so, we reserve the right to contact the candidate directly and your T&Cs will not apply.

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About us

Stone King is an ambitious and friendly firm specialising in the Business & Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Faith and Private Client sectors.  Our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.

The opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Solicitor to join our progressive Information Law Team, to play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing advice given on data protection and privacy and freedom of information across the Education, Charity, Business & Social Enterprise sectors, while actively contributing to the growth and success of the firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing and business development, demonstrating the ability to build and expand clientele. The role will be based in our Bath office, however, we are flexible on location in proximity to our other 5 nationwide offices.

This role is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a highly regarded national firm and work with a high calibre client base from the outset.

Reasons to apply

• Working with our nationally renowned specialists and sectors , you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with our specialists across the firm.
• To be part of an ambitious, collaborative and friendly national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to create the best place to work.
• Excellent benefits for our people, with a focus on wellbeing and development at the forefront.
• Hybrid working - Stone King is proud to be a signatory of the Mindful Business Charter as part of its commitment to mental health and wellbeing. We want to support all of our people in achieving a healthy work/ life balance, and would be happy to speak with prospective candidates about flexible working arrangements.

The Team

Our cross-sector Information Law Team undertakes a wide variety of work, such as:

• Advising on UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA), the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.
• Statutory requests for information including subject access requests and FOIA requests.
• Other individual rights under UK GDPR such as the right to erasure.
• Drafting information law related documentation including policies, privacy notices, and consent mechanisms.
• Data breach management and reporting.
• Advising on and drafting data sharing agreements and data processor agreements in a commercial context, whether on a project specific basis or in connection with mergers in the Education, Charity & Social Enterprise and Business sectors.
• Compliance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 particularly in relation to direct marketing and fundraising.
• Handling complaints to the Information Commissioners Office (ICO), and liaising with the ICO in relation to such complaints.
• Advising on privacy by design and data security, including drafting and advising on Data Protection Impact Assessments.
• Cookie and website compliance.
• Conducting external and internal training, as well as delivering webinars.

Key responsibilities

General duties include, but are not limited to:

• Effectively manage an individual caseload (with supervision where appropriate);
• Attend to clients of the Firm in the office or elsewhere if needed;
• Work in a collegiate and collaborative way within the immediate Information Law Team and wider Firm;
• Communicate promptly and effectively both internally to colleagues and externally to clients;
• Maintain your continuing professional development requirements (where relevant) and take an active interest in furthering your knowledge within the field of information law;
• An opportunity to delivering internal and external training (face to face and online);
• An opportunity to develop and delivering webinars.
• To attend and be involved in preparation for marketing and business development events and activities.
• Ongoing learning is something that will continue in your career at Stone King; we aim to be leaders in our chosen fields, often providing workshops and seminars not only for our people but also for external clients on key areas of law.

Requirements

Essential

• A qualified Solicitor with experience advising on the UK GDPR, the DPA and ideally also FOIA
• A strong commitment to career development and further learning.
• Previous experience handling own caseload and ability to work independently and as part of the team.
• Someone who performs well under pressure and can manage a sometimes intensive workload.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Previous experience of supervision and development of others.
• Attention to detail.
• IT literate including Office 2010.

Desirable

• Experience working within the Education, Charity and Public Sectors funding arena would be advantageous.

• CIPPE or equivalent qualification is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life assurance (4 x salary)
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays)
• Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum

Adverts normally close at midday on the closing date, however vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received. Therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Stone King LLP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring equality of opportunity by encouraging all our staff to achieve their full potential and guaranteeing that all employment decisions are taken without reference to irrelevant information or discriminatory practices.

Recruitment agencies – please do not send us unsolicited CVs. If you do so, we reserve the right to contact the candidate directly and your T&Cs will not apply.

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Overview

Are you an Associate Director or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership on projects and join a growing consultancy with a real passion for quality?

If so then read on – not only is this opportunity unique but it also presents a very achievable progression route to Director level.

Our clients are a currently seeking an Associate Director to join their growing team. The successful candidate should be based within a commutable distance to Bristol, be comfortable with working from home and happy to travel to project/ client sites as and when required.

The ideal candidate will be at Associate Director or Senior QS level currently within a consultancy, have experience of pre-contract project stage and be capable of handling take-offs/ estimating. Preferably with some experience of working client side and with both JCT & NEC.

Successful applicants will meet the following criteria:

• Minimum 7years experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably with career progression within consultancy businesses.
• Experience in commercial or built environment projects, from pre-contract through to delivery stages.
• Strong knowledge of both NEC and JCT contracts.
• Capable of managing a small commercial team consisting of assistant and senior QS, whilst reporting into the company directors.
• Well versed in cost management, valuation, estimating, change management and risk management.
• MRICS chartered, or similar industry qualification.
• The successful candidate will be involved with driving the businesses success going forward, must be comfortable communicating with clients and be passionate about the work they deliver.

Expected salary of £65,000 - £80,000 (dependant on experience), hybrid remote working with the requirement for being in the Bristol office a couple of days per week. Excellent growth opportunities available and an achievable career path towards Director title.

This company are focused on continuous growth and therefore want candidates who are looking to build long-term successful careers. Apply today for further information!