Incentives Associate / Senior Associate - Bristol
Top 50 Law Firm | Forward-Thinking Environment | National Client Base
A leading national law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its specialist Incentives team in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong lawyer to work within a growing and collaborative national practice, supporting a broad mix of UK and international clients on high-profile incentive matters.
The Role
The Incentives team advises on all aspects of employee incentive plans, including:
* Design and implementation of executive and all-employee share schemes
* Support with Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs)
* Regulatory and compliance issues
* Executive tax planning and cross-border schemes
* IPO and M&A-related incentive support
* Ongoing operation and communication of share plans
The practice is balanced across standalone advisory work and transactional support, involving significant cross-border exposure and a healthy mix of high-growth private companies and listed corporates (main market and AIM).
Example Matters
* Advising on multi-jurisdictional incentive schemes for global tech, biotech and gaming companies
* Supporting significant corporate transactions including private equity processes and sales to EOTs
* Designing and implementing HMRC-approved and bespoke incentive arrangements for FTSE 250 companies
About You
You'll be a qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with experience gained in incentives, tax, employment, or corporate law. Ideally, you will have:
* Exposure to HMRC-approved and unapproved schemes
* Knowledge of growth shares and EMI options
* A proactive and collaborative approach
* A strong interest in equity incentives, employee engagement, and corporate governance
Those coming from accountancy firms or with cross-disciplinary experience are also encouraged to apply.
Why Apply?
* Join a ranked and reputable incentives team with a national and international client base
* Benefit from a clear progression framework and strong professional development support
* Work in a high-performing, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment
* Gain hands-on experience with leading corporates, innovative startups, and major transactions
This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer who wants to build their career in a specialist area with strong growth potential.
Location: Bristol (with hybrid and flexible working options)
Level: Associate or Senior Associate
Salary: Competitive, with clear progression routes and market-leading benefits
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