Banking & Finance Associate / Senior Associate – Bristol

Company: Chadwick Nott
Apply for the Banking & Finance Associate / Senior Associate – Bristol
Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will work within a Banking & Finance team at a top UK law firm, handling a broad range of finance transactions and advising lenders and borrowers. You will contribute to high-quality deals, from inception to completion, while developing long-term client relationships. The role combines transactional work with opportunities to network, contribute to business development, and participate in strategic initiatives within a growing practice.

Pay / Benefits

  • Flexible and hybrid working options
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Strong focus on professional development and career advancement

Responsibilities

  • Advise lenders and borrowers on acquisitions, real estate finance, MBOs, and private equity-backed transactions
  • Handle corporate lending, refinancing and restructuring matters
  • Work on complex transactions from start to finish
  • Develop long-term client relationships and understand commercial objectives
  • Engage in networking, business development, and broader strategic initiatives within the team

Key requirements

  • 4+ years PQE in Banking & Finance
  • Experience handling finance transactions with increasing autonomy
  • Strong drafting and technical skills
  • Excellent commercial awareness
  • Experience working directly with clients and building trusted relationships
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Enthusiasm for business development and networking
  • strong communication
  • interpersonal skills
  • relationship-building
  • client-focused mindset
  • drafting and technical banking skills
  • experience with lender and borrower-side transactions

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Posted: October 5th, 2026