Corporate Lawyer 3+PQE - M&A & Private Equity
JOB_53859273467177Job type
PermanentLocation
BristolWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Private PracticeIndustry
LegalPay
£Dependent on experience
Corporate Lawyer 3+PQE - M&A & Private Equity - Bristol
Your new company
You will be joining a highly regarded UK law firm with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation in the corporate market. The firm is recognised for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice while fostering a genuinely supportive and collaborative culture. The Bristol‑based corporate team is well established and continues to grow, with a particularly strong track record in private equity and M&A. The team advises a diverse client base including private equity investors, corporates, business owners and management teams, and benefits from access to a broader national corporate practice carrying out complex, often multi‑jurisdictional transactions.
Your new role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join a forward‑thinking team working on high‑value, challenging transactions in the South West market.
Your role will include:
- Advising on a broad range of corporate matters including mergers & acquisitions, investments and private equity transactions
- Supporting clients on acquisitions, disposals and strategic investments
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex corporate documentation
- Delivering clear, pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice
- Working closely with colleagues as part of a collaborative and ambitious team
You’ll benefit from the scale and quality of a national platform while playing a meaningful role within a smaller, close-knit Bristol team.
What you’ll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will typically have:
- 3+ years’ post‑qualification experience in corporate law
- Qualification as a UK Solicitor (England, Wales or Scotland)
- Experience handling strong‑quality corporate work, ideally including private equity
- Excellent drafting and analytical skills
- The ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non‑lawyers
- A proactive, commercially minded approach and strong team ethic
What you’ll get in return
In return, you can expect:
- A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Access to high‑quality, intellectually stimulating work
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values wellbeing and individuality
- Ongoing professional development and genuine career progression opportunities
Apply now
If you are a Corporate Lawyer looking to progress your career within a high‑quality, people‑focused environment, we’d welcome your application. Please call Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal on 0117 374 6300 for further information.
Corporate Lawyer 3+PQE - M&A & Private EquityJOB_538592734671772026-04-022026-07-02
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