Corporate Associate - Bristol

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Reference: HSJ921958848_1791383555Corporate Associate

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- BristolSalary: CompetitiveLocation: BristolHybrid Working AvailableAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Associate to join the Bristol office of a highly regarded UK Top 100 law firm with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation across the corporate, technology, life sciences, healthcare and education sectors.

The firm is recognised for delivering high-quality legal advice whilst maintaining a genuinely collaborative and people-focused culture.Joining a well-established Corporate team, you will advise a diverse client base ranging from start-ups and scale-ups through to SMEs, family-owned businesses, PLCs and multinational organisations.This is a varied and commercially focused role offering exposure to high-quality transactional work, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions and venture capital investments.

You'll work closely with ambitious businesses at all stages of their growth journey whilst enjoying direct client contact and meaningful responsibility from day one.Duties & ResponsibilitiesAdvising clients on a broad range of corporate transactions, including M&A, venture capital and private equity mattersSupporting SMEs, family businesses, start-ups, scale-ups and established corporates across a range of sectorsDrafting, reviewing and negotiating transaction documentsManaging matters from instruction through to completionParticipating in networking, business development and sector-focused initiativesCollaborating with colleagues across the wider firm on complex and multidisciplinary mattersCandidate RequirementsWe're keen to hear from corporate lawyers with a solid grounding in transactional work who are looking to further their career within a supportive and ambitious team.You will ideally have:Several years' post-qualification experience in corporate lawStrong experience in M&A, venture capital and/or private equity transactionsExcellent drafting, negotiation and technical legal skillsStrong communication and relationship-building abilitiesConfidence managing client relationships and taking ownership of transactionsEnthusiasm for networking and business development activitiesApplications are welcomed from lawyers currently in private practice as well as those considering a move back into private practice from an in-house role.Why Join?This firm has built one of the strongest cultures in the regional market and is frequently praised for its friendly, approachable and collaborative working environment.

Despite being a Top 100 practice, it has retained a close-knit feel where individuals are encouraged to be themselves, contribute ideas and progress their careers without unnecessary hierarchy.Unlike many larger firms, lawyers are given early responsibility, meaningful client exposure and genuine opportunities to get involved in business development from all levels of seniority.

The firm is also heavily invested in learning and development, offering structured training programmes and clear pathways for career progression.Benefits include:Hybrid and flexible working arrangements25+ days annual leavePrivate healthcare and health insuranceBonus schemeLife assuranceEnhanced learning and development programmesReferral bonus schemeCycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loansInclusive and supportive culture with genuine career progression opportunitiesFor more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.(t) m) e)
*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. xwzovoh

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