Corporate Associate
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Corporate Associate - Bristol
1-6 PQE | Leading National Firm
A leading national law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 1-6 years' PQE to join its growing and highly regarded team based in Bristol.
The Opportunity
This is a strong opportunity to join a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked Corporate team with over 50 fee earners, including 20 Partners-several recognised in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame. The team continues to expand nationally, including in its newer regional offices such as Bristol.
You'll work alongside experienced lawyers on a broad range of domestic and international transactions including M&A, private equity, venture capital, management buy-outs and buy-ins, fundraising rounds, refinancing, and exits. The wider corporate offering also includes experts in Corporate Tax, Banking & Finance, Competition, and Company Secretarial.
Sector strengths include Energy & Infrastructure, Healthcare, Automotive, Insurance, Hospitality, Transport, and Real Estate.
The Role
As a Corporate Associate, you will:
1. Advise on complex and high-value corporate transactions
2. Draft and negotiate core transaction documents
3. Support or lead on M&A deals, with increasing responsibility over time
4. Build client relationships and contribute to business development
5. Work closely with senior lawyers, with a clear progression path toward Senior Associate
About You
You will be:
6. A qualified solicitor with 1-6 years' PQE in corporate law
7. Experienced in M&A and related transactional work
8. Proactive, commercially aware, and client-focused
9. Looking for long-term development in a high-performing and supportive team
Why Apply?
10. Join a top-tier corporate practice with Legal 500-ranked lawyers
11. Clear and supported path to Senior Associate
12. High-quality work across varied sectors and clients
13. Collaborative culture with a strong focus on development
14. Be part of the Bristol office's continued growth and visibility