Managing Associate/Principal Director – Corporate

Foot Anstey; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Parental leave

Job summary

Foot Anstey is seeking a Managing Associate or Principal Director to lead a Corporate practice in Bristol on a hybrid basis. The role offers ownership opportunities and the support to grow a practice with senior colleagues.

You will work on investment rounds, growth strategies, group restructurings and exits, while developing relationships with owner-managed businesses and building a strong client network from day one.

Responsibilities

• Work on investment rounds, growth strategies (organic or through buy and build), group restructurings and exits.
• Be enthusiastic about business development – both for the team and the firm more widely – we will actively support and encourage you to engage in profile building and networking activities from the start.
• Our clients are typically owner managed or family businesses where our advice and support can be instrumental to their future success, and you will look to forge strong and effective lasting relationships with your clients from the outset.
• You will experience a personalised approach to achieving the right balance of independence to manage your own matters, combined with the support and supervision from senior colleagues.

Job description

Job Title: Managing Associate or Principal Director

Ready to take your career to the next level?

We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.

** Note to agencies – we are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not accepting applications from agencies.

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Managing Associate or Principal Director
• Team: Corporate
• Location: Hybrid working from Bristol
• Working Pattern: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible
• Why this role matters: This is an opportunity for someone to craft and build a practice of their own within the Bristol marketplace, with the support to grow and develop their career accordingly.

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What you’ll do

• Work on investment rounds, growth strategies (organic or through buy and build), group restructurings and exits.
• Be enthusiastic about business development – both for the team and the firm more widely – we will actively support and encourage you to engage in profile building and networking activities from the start.
• Our clients are typically owner managed or family businesses where our advice and support can be instrumental to their future success, and you will look to forge strong and effective lasting relationships with your clients from the outset.
• You will experience a personalised approach to achieving the right balance of independence to manage your own matters, combined with the support and supervision from senior colleagues.

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What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and;

• A senior Corporate Solicitor looking for the next step in your career by building and leading something which you own or seeking to work with larger and more complex clients.
• Self-motivated, client and market focussed, with a desire to actively contribute towards the continued success of a team with a strong track record of recently delivered growth
• Existing corporate finance contacts and connections in the Bristol market are welcome, but not essential.
• With a passion for working directly with owner managed businesses, you will be keen to develop your skills with clients, seeking to understand the commercial context of their business and to gain confidence to provide the right advice at the right moment.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

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Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).

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Eligibility and Screening

Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process which includes a financial integrity check and a DBS check. Please tick 'yes' to confirm that you have read and understood this.

Are you authorised to work in the UK either as a citizen or by holding a valid permit to work in the UK? And are you able to provide evidence of this if requested?

If you hold a work permit, please provide further details including visa type and date of expiry.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Demographic Questions

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