Partner – Corporate – Bristol

Overview

In this Corporate Partner role at Chadwick Nott in Bristol, you will lead and grow the city’s corporate practice, shaping the firm’s regional offering. You will manage complex transactions, including M&A and private equity, while building a strong client network and mentoring junior lawyers. The position blends leadership with strategic business development to expand the Bristol office and strengthen cross-functional collaboration. A clear opportunity to influence growth and client service in a supportive, entrepreneurial environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive partner level remuneration
• Clear progression and leadership opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive and entrepreneurial work environment
• Recognition for high quality work and client service

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the corporate practice in the Bristol office
• Manage and supervise a broad range of corporate transactions
• Advise on M&A, private equity, joint ventures, restructures and shareholder arrangements
• Drive business development and contribute to strategic growth
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across multiple sectors
• Collaborate with colleagues across commercial, employment, real estate and disputes teams
• Provide leadership, mentoring and support to junior lawyers
• Ensure high professional standards, compliance and quality of service

Key requirements

• Significant experience at partner level or readiness for partnership
• A following or strong network within the Bristol/South West market (advantageous but not essential)
• Proven ability to generate and develop client relationships
• Strong technical knowledge across corporate transactions
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, commercial and strategic mindset
• Confidence managing complex matters independently
• Motivation to contribute to the growth of a developing office

• leadership
• interpersonal skills
• communication
• M&A
• private equity
• joint ventures

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