Managing Associate - Corporate - Bristol - 6+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is looking for a Corporate Managing Associate with over 6 years PQE to join its growing Bristol office. The role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and joint ventures. Candidates will benefit from a supportive team environment aimed at professional growth and development. Competitive salary starting from £80,000 based on experience, with a permanent full-time role available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years PQE in corporate law.
• Extensive experience in corporate transactional work.
• Ability to manage your own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality legal advice and client service.
• Manage individual caseload with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to business development and client retention.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent financial management

Proven ability to manage transactions independently

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

6+ years PQE in corporate law

Tools

IT systems

Case management tools

Job description

Overview

Managing Associate - Corporate - Bristol - 6+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol (Office-based with flexibility)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £80,000+ (dependent on experience)

A highly successful national law firm is seeking a Corporate Managing Associate to join its expanding Bristol office. The firm has welcomed 191 new colleagues in the past year and continues to experience double digit growth, reflecting its strong market position and ambitious trajectory. The corporate team remains exceptionally busy, with a strong pipeline of national and international work for well known brands, owner managed businesses, and private equity backed companies.

The Team

The wider corporate group comprises over 70 lawyers across 10+ UK offices, advising entrepreneurs, SMEs, financial institutions, and FTSE 100 companies. The team handles:

• Mergers and acquisitions
• Disposals and reorganisations
• Fundraising and private equity
• Equity capital markets
• Due diligence
• Joint ventures and shareholder arrangements
• Corporate governance and structuring

The Bristol corporate team is in a period of exciting growth and is led by a highly regarded Partner recognised in both Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500. The southern corporate team is also headed by a market leading lawyer ranked as a Leading Individual and Next Generation Partner.

Bristol office structure

• 3 Partners
• 1 Managing Associate
• 2 Senior Associates
• 4-5 Associates/Solicitors/Support

Oxford office structure

• 4 Partners
• 1 Senior Associate
• 2 Associates
• Trainee and EA

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious corporate lawyer to step into a senior role within a thriving and well resourced team. Candidates with 6+ PQE are encouraged to apply, although those slightly more junior with strong experience and the ability to manage their own caseload will also be considered.

You will work across the full spectrum of corporate matters, including:

• Mergers and acquisitions
• Shareholder agreements
• Corporate restructurings
• Joint ventures
• Private equity transactions

The team works seamlessly across offices, offering exposure to high quality national work and some international matters. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your own client relationships and progress your career within a collaborative and forward thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality legal advice and exceptional client service
• Manage your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Maintain strong financial management, including accurate time recording and WIP management
• Contribute to business development and client retention initiatives
• Keep technical knowledge up to date and maintain SRA competence standards
• Take ownership of your professional development and soft skills growth
• Support the wider team and collaborate across offices
• Undertake additional reasonable tasks as required

Candidate Requirements

• 6+ years PQE in corporate law (flexible for strong candidates slightly below this level)
• Extensive experience across core corporate transactional work
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of client business needs
• Proven ability to manage transactions independently
• Excellent financial management and case management skills
• Confident with IT systems, case management tools, and electronic time recording
• A proactive, self starting approach with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to embody and promote the firm's values

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]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer 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.*