Job Description
Corporate Solicitor (NQ – 4 PQE) | National UK Law Firm | Bristol
Location: Bristol (Hybrid working)
PQE: Newly Qualified - 4 years PQE
Sector: Corporate Law, M&A, Private Equity, Venture Capital
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits + Career Progression
We are working exclusively with a leading full-service UK Top 50 law firm with offices across the South East, East Anglia and the South West. This is an exceptional opportunity for a Corporate Solicitor (NQ to 4PQE) to join a nationally recognised and Legal 500-ranked Corporate team, offering high-quality work, a collegiate culture, and outstanding career progression.
This firm combines the ambition and capability of a large commercial practice with the ethos and flexibility of a modern, inclusive employer. With a clear growth strategy, award-winning culture, and strong presence in key regional markets, it offers a dynamic environment for legal professionals seeking to take their career to the next level.
The Team:
The Corporate group is one of the most highly regarded in the UK outside of London. You’ll be joining a team of over 50 Corporate fee earners, including 20 Partners – many of whom are Legal 500 “Hall of Fame” and “Leading Individuals”.
The team advises on a full spectrum of transactions – mergers and acquisitions, private equity and venture capital investments, management buyouts, employee ownership trusts (EOTs), development capital, refinancing and exits. Clients range from entrepreneurs and SMEs to multinational businesses and global investors.
There are established specialist sub-teams in private equity, incentives, and international transactions, and a close working relationship with in-house experts in Banking & Finance, Tax, Company Secretarial, and Competition.
The team is also embedded in key sector groups such as Energy & Infrastructure, Healthcare, Automotive, Hospitality, and Logistics.
The Role:
This opportunity arises due to strong ongoing growth, particularly in the firm's newer regional offices in Bristol. As a Corporate Solicitor, you’ll work on a wide variety of transactions, including:
* Advising clients on acquisitions, mergers, and business disposals
* Drafting and negotiating key legal documentation
* Supporting investor-side deals including private equity and venture capital
* Assisting on international and cross-border deals
* Managing your own files with increasing autonomy
* Working closely with Partners and senior lawyers on high-value deals
* Client-facing responsibility and business development participation
You’ll be given responsibility from day one, with a strong support network and clear progression framework.
About You:
We’re looking to speak to Corporate Solicitors from NQ to 4 years PQE, ideally with experience in M&A, investment, or general corporate advisory work. The successful candidate will demonstrate:
* Strong technical legal skills and commercial acumen
* Excellent drafting and communication abilities
* A proactive, collaborative approach
* A genuine interest in building client relationships and business development
* Previous experience in a recognised Corporate team (regional, national, or City firm)
Why Join?
* Top 50 UK law firm with a collaborative, forward-thinking culture
* Hybrid and flexible working – tailored to your life and career
* Diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment – 40%+ female partners
* Excellent training, mentoring, and internal promotion structure
* Strong ESG, CSR and sustainability commitments
* Modern offices, agile working technology, and true work-life balance
Benefits Include:
* 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) plus bank holidays
* Private healthcare (BUPA)
* Scottish Widows pension scheme (5% matched)
* Staff profit share and discretionary bonuses
* Life assurance and permanent health insurance
* Enhanced parental leave
* CSR days and electric car scheme
* Dress for your Day and hybrid working policies
* Subsidised gym membership