Lead Partner – Corporate M&A | Major UK Law Firm | Bristol

Motus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate law firm in Bristol seeks an experienced Corporate Partner to lead its M&A team and oversee a diverse portfolio of transactions in key sectors such as technology and finance. This position offers a competitive equity partner package and a supportive environment focused on professional growth and impact. Interested candidates should contact Charles Elderton for more information.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a corporate lawyer.
• Proven track record in M&A transactions.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of M&A partners and lawyers.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of transactions.
• Shape the growth of the firm’s corporate practice.

Job description

The Role

• Take the reins of a sizeable, multi-million-pound corporate practice in the South West.
• Lead and develop a team of talented M&A partners and lawyers, working seamlessly as part of the firm’s wider UK and international corporate offering.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of transactions across key sectors including technology, energy, financial services, private equity and banking.

The Firm

• Consistently recognised for excellence and innovation across multiple disciplines.
• A culture built on collaboration, professional growth, and a genuine commitment to its people.
• Clear career progression and leadership pathways, supported by first-class training and development.
• A modern approach – where success is measured by impact and quality, not just KPIs.

The Opportunity

This is a chance for an experienced Corporate Partner to:

• Lead a proven and ambitious team with the backing of a major firm.
• Play a key role in shaping the growth of the firm’s South West corporate practice.
• Work in an environment where your contribution is genuinely valued, recognised and rewarded.

Remuneration

An attractive and highly competitive equity partner package is on offer, reflecting the seniority and impact of this role.

If you are a senior corporate lawyer seeking to combine leadership, high-calibre work and long-term career progression with a supportive, future-focused firm, this opportunity deserves your serious consideration.

For further information or to discuss in confidence, please contact Charles Elderton on 07768 543 026 or email [e-mail]