Managing Associate - Commercial Contracts (7+PQE)-Bristol

Managing Associate - Commercial Contracts (7+ PQE) - Bristol
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid)
Salary: £85,000 - £110,000 (DOE)

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Managing Associate to join its highly regarded Commercial team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a top-tier practice advising major UK and international clients on complex, high-value commercial matters across a wide range of sectors.

The Role
You'll be involved in a broad range of commercial work, supporting strategic projects and day to day business operations. Responsibilities include:

• Leading on complex commercial contracts (procurement, outsourcing, supply chain, product development)
• Advising on contract strategy, drafting, negotiation and risk management
• Delivering clear, pragmatic, commercially focused advice
• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
• Supervising and developing junior lawyers
• Supporting business development and contributing to international growth
• Working on multi jurisdictional matters, with opportunities for international secondments

You'll work closely with clients' in house teams in a collaborative, embedded style while benefiting from the breadth of private practice expertise.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a senior commercial lawyer with:

• UK qualification (England, Wales or Scotland)
• 7+ years' PQE in commercial contracts
• Strong experience advising on complex, high value transactions
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to lead matters and deliver practical advice to non lawyers
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior team members
• Strong commercial awareness and problem solving ability
• Confidence managing multiple complex matters independently
• Experience in international contracting, tech, IP or data protection is advantageous.
• This position offers a clear progression pathway towards Legal Director or Partnership.

Benefits
The firm offers:

• A supportive, people focused culture with a strong emphasis on wellbeing
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Clear career progression and leadership opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive working environment
• Recognition for high quality work and client service
• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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.*