Corporate Senior Associate 5 PQE l Bristol l Top 100 Firm

The firm

This national law firm has an entrepreneurial spirit and energy you’d associate with a rapidly growing technology company. Their mission is to offer a different way of working from that of a traditional law firm, moving away from all archaic traditions and old-fashioned norms.

The firm is well-known for its commercially driven approach which serves its client roster of banks, global brands, public companies, SMEs and more. A substantial cohort of its lawyers is recognised in the legal directories which speak to the strength and depth across this firm.

This firm has a distinctly modern, sophisticated style that is straightforward yet down to earth. They are committed to developing their lawyers and actively promoting from within as they view their staff as business leaders, and this approach has allowed them to grow and expand rapidly and successfully.

Their Bristol office is a key focus for the firm, and the Partners and Head of Departments are looking to grow their respective teams making it a very exciting time to consider joining this firm, with real and tangible progression pathways for those who want it.

The role

In line with growth plans, this firm is seeking a robust Corporate Senior Associate 5 PQE to nurture and develop their offering from Bristol.

This role would suit a commercially-driven Corporate lawyer, with strong transactional experience in the mid-market. If you are passionate about delivering for your clients and focussing on business, this firm won’t distract you from your work with arbitrary KPIs, billables and meetings.

The Bristol hub is in growth mode and looking to enhance its regional presence, but you’ll also benefit from the cohesive national network of lawyers that already exists when delivering international projects.

You will be given a high level of exposure from the outset and a platform to raise your profile with the support of industry-leading partners.

The ideal candidate

  • Corporate Senior Associate 5 PQE with experience in a leading corporate department
  • Strong sense of commerciality and a demonstrable sector interest/focus
  • Entrepreneurial attributes with a desire to engage in business development projects

    • Benefits

  • Competitive salary package and excellent benefits
  • No redundant KPIs, arbitrary partnership meetings, meritocracy rather than old-school hierarchy
  • Opportunity to work alongside leading individuals and next-generation partners

    • Unique opportunity on the Bristol market, suitable for a Corporate Senior Associate 5 PQE with the experience and ambition to be part of a powerhouse team.