Associate – Corporate – Bristol (3-6 PQE)

Overview

As a Corporate Associate in Bristol, you will work on a mix of domestic and cross-border transactions, supporting senior partners on high-stakes UK and international deals. You will be embedded in a national corporate team, gaining exposure to M&A, private equity and venture capital work across key sectors like Tech and Health & Social Care. The role emphasizes commercial awareness, pragmatic problem solving and relationship-building with clients. You will contribute to shaping deals and client outcomes in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Private medical insurance / healthcare cash plan
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Discretionary profit and performance-related bonus
• Enhanced family leave

Responsibilities

• Advise on a varied mix of domestic and cross-border corporate matters
• Lead or support on M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions
• Assist with group restructurings and corporate governance matters
• Contribute to corporate advisory projects across Tech and Health & Social Care sectors
• Collaborate with partners and national colleagues to manage transactions end-to-end
• Develop client relationships and participate in business development initiatives

Key requirements

• 3-6 years’ PQE in a corporate team (regional or national)
• Experience supporting M&A, private equity and VC matters
• Strong drafting, analytical and technical skills
• Commercial awareness and pragmatic problem solving
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Proactive attitude and interest in business development

• communication
• relationship building
• proactive attitude
• drafting
• analytical skills
• technical corporate law knowledge

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