Corporate Senior/Managing Associate, Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a talented Senior/Managing Associate in Bristol with 5+ years' experience in corporate law. The role involves leading high-profile transactions and managing junior staff. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and training support.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual pay review

25 days holiday (increasing to 30 with service)

Private medical insurance

Flexible benefits scheme

Agile/hybrid working policy

Life assurance

Performance bonus schemes

Subsidised gym membership

Bespoke training and mentoring

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in corporate law, ideally with mid-market M&A, VC, and PE experience.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Proven business development track record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a wide range of corporate transactions.
• Advise on mergers & acquisitions, corporate disposals, and buy-outs.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Leading transactions

Strong communication skills

Commercial awareness

Mentoring skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Senior/Managing Associate - Corporate - Bristol - 5+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol (with hybrid flexibility)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £75,000 to £95,000

A leading UK law firm is seeking a talented and commercially minded Senior or Managing Associate with 5+ years' post-qualification experience to join its nationally recognised Corporate team in Bristol. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on high-profile transactions across a range of sectors, with a Tier 1-ranked team known for its collaborative culture and technical excellence.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for leading and supporting a wide range of corporate transactions, including:

• Mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate disposals, and buy-outs
• Private equity and venture capital investments
• Strategic advice and negotiation of key documents
• Project management of complex transactions
• Advising listed and unlisted companies, PE/VC-backed businesses, and founder shareholders
• Collaborating on business development initiatives and profile-raising activities
• Supervising and mentoring Paralegals, Trainees, and Associates

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 5+ years PQE in corporate law, ideally with mid-market M&A, VC, and PE experience
• Experience leading transactions and managing client relationships
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commercial awareness and sector insight
• Proven business development track record
• Ability to support junior team members and contribute to a positive team culture

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Competitive salary with annual pay review
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 30 with service)
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible benefits scheme
• Agile/hybrid working policy
• Life assurance and permanent health insurance
• Staff profit share and performance bonus schemes
• Enhanced parental leave
• Subsidised gym membership
• Electric car scheme
• Bespoke training, mentoring, and career development support

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

This employer is an equal opportunities organisation 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.*