Corporate Associate (2-4 PQE) - Bristol
Join a leading UK Top 100 law firm with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation in the corporate market. Recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers, the firm advises a diverse client base ranging from high-growth businesses and entrepreneurs to institutional investors and established corporates.
Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Associate (ideally 2-4 PQE) to join the firm's thriving Bristol team. Working alongside highly respected partners and lawyers from a broad range of backgrounds, you will gain exposure to high-quality domestic and international transactions from day one.
This is a varied role offering involvement in:
- Mergers & acquisitions
- Private equity transactions
- Venture capital investments
- Corporate restructurings and reorganisations
- Shareholder matters and corporate governance
- General corporate advisory work
- Domestic and cross-border transactions
Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate will be an ambitious and commercially aware corporate lawyer looking to build their career within a collaborative and high-performing team.
You will ideally have:
2-4 years' PQE gained within a respected regional, national or City corporate team
- Experience assisting on M&A, investment and wider corporate transactions
- Strong drafting, negotiation and technical legal skills
- Excellent commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to problem solving
- Confidence building relationships with clients, intermediaries and colleagues
- A genuine interest in business development and networking activities
- An interest in the Technology sector would be advantageous
Why Join?
- Opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded national corporate team
- High-quality transactional work for an impressive client base
- Close access to experienced and approachable partners
- Genuine career progression opportunities with clear development pathways
- Collaborative culture with strong cross-office teamwork
- Exposure to complex UK and international transactions
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*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.*
