Senior / Managing Associate - Corporate Lawyer

Chadwick Nott - South West and South Wales; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Senior / Managing Associate - Corporate Lawyer to join their team in Bristol. This exciting role offers a chance to work with a diverse client base on high-profile corporate transactions. Candidates should have experience in corporate law, including M&A and private equity, and a desire for career advancement. The firm provides flexible working options in a supportive environment, ensuring lawyers thrive and make their impact.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Attractive benefits package

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Qualified Corporate Lawyer with relevant experience in a city or strong regional practice.
• Desire to relocate to the South West or advance in their career.
• Ability to handle high-value transactions and a robust client base.

Responsibilities

• Advise a high-profile client base on M&A, private equity, and strategic investments.
• Manage complex corporate transactions with opportunities for career progression.
• Work in a supportive and flexible environment.

Skills

Corporate law expertise

Ambitious and entrepreneurial mindset

Experience in M&A and private equity

Job description

Senior / Managing Associate - Corporate Lawyer

Location: Bristol

Flexible / Hybrid Working | Full-time or Part-time

A standout opportunity for a driven Corporate Lawyer to join a leading UK practice with offices across the South West.

This heavyweight commercial firm has built a reputation for innovation, ambition, and delivering premium client service. With a thriving corporate and finance team, the practice continues to expand its reach across sectors including private equity, M&A, and strategic investments.

They are now seeking a bright and entrepreneurial Senior or Managing Associate to play a key role in the next stage of growth. You may currently be working in a city practice and looking to relocate to the South West, or you could be an experienced corporate lawyer at a strong regional or national firm ready to take the next step. Either way my client is keen to speak with you and you can expect to work with an impressive client base, gain exposure to complex transactions, and enjoy genuine scope to fast‑track your career.

What’s on offer

• A high-profile client base spanning household names, ambitious enterprises, and fast-growth start-ups advising on a wide range of matters including M&A, private equity, strategic investments, and reorganisations
• Exposure to complex, high-value corporate transactions with a clear platform for career progression
• A transparent, supportive culture
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
• Based near Bristol Temple Meads in an ideal location for those commuting

This is an exciting chance to join a firm with serious momentum, where talented lawyers thrive in a collaborative environment and are empowered to make their mark.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929

(m) 07435 943574

(e) [e-mail]

*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.*