Overview
Senior Associate – Banking – Bristol – 4+ years PQE
Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £105,000 to £130,000
Chadwick Nott are happy to be working with a prestigious international law firm in their search for a Senior Associate to join the Transactional Banking team in Bristol. This is a standout opportunity to lead on complex, cross-border finance transactions and play a key role in shaping the future of a high-performing team.
The Role
This senior-level position offers strategic involvement across a broad range of banking and finance matters. Responsibilities include:
- Leading on acquisition finance, leveraged finance, and data centre finance transactions
- Advising on public bids, private acquisitions, and event-driven financings
- Managing investment-grade loans, asset-backed and receivables financings
- Acting as a key contact for high-profile clients including banks, sponsors, corporates, and asset managers
- Collaborating with colleagues across UK and international offices
- Driving business development and marketing initiatives
- Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team development
- Delivering commercially astute legal advice with precision and clarity
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a finance lawyer with:
- 4+ years PQE in transactional banking
- Experience gained at an international or leading regional firm
- Strong academic credentials and technical expertise
- Proven ability to manage complex transactions independently
- Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
- A proactive approach to client relationship management
- Leadership qualities and a collaborative mindset
- Enthusiasm for contributing to a diverse and inclusive team culture
Working Arrangements
- This role supports hybrid working, with a minimum of three days in-office per week, subject to client needs.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:
- Annual bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance and pension contribution
- Global skills academy and structured learning programmes
- Paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives
- Vibrant social and sports committees
- Strategic Advisory Council to support innovation and inclusion
- Recognition as a Top Global Employer for diversity and social mobility
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £105000 – £130000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
