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Posted 07 August, 2026

Corporate Senior Associate

William James Recruitment
City of Bristol, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Corporate Senior Solicitor – Bristol – Up to £130,000 + Bonus

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A leading Legal 500 boutique law firm with an outstanding reputation is looking for a Corporate Senior Solicitor to join its highly regarded Bristol office. You will advise an exceptional client base, including high-growth businesses, private equity investors and entrepreneurs, on a broad range of complex corporate transactions while working alongside a market-leading Corporate team.

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This Corporate Senior Solicitor role in Bristol offers the opportunity to work on high-value mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments and strategic corporate transactions within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. With excellent quality work, genuine progression opportunities and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, this is an outstanding opportunity for a Corporate Senior Solicitor in Bristol looking to take the next step in their career.

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The Role:

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  • Advise clients on a broad range of corporate transactions including mergers, acquisitions, investments and joint ventures
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  • Lead complex matters for private equity investors, entrepreneurs and high-growth businesses
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  • Support clients throughout the full business lifecycle, from investment through to exit
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  • Build and develop long-term client relationships while delivering commercially focused advice
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  • Mentor and develop junior lawyers within a collaborative and supportive environment
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  • Contribute to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the Corporate practice
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  • Play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services across a diverse range of sectors
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The Candidate:

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  • Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in corporate transactional law
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  • Strong background advising on mergers and acquisitions, private equity and joint venture matters
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  • Experience gained within a reputable regional, national or international law firm
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  • Commercially minded with excellent technical and strategic advisory skills
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  • Proven ability to build lasting client relationships and manage complex transactions
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  • Collaborative approach with experience mentoring and developing junior lawyers
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  • Ambitious and proactive with a genuine desire to progress your career
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  • Passionate about delivering exceptional client service within a leading Legal 500 firm
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The Benefits and How to Apply:

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  • Competitive salary up to £130,000 depending on experience
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  • Attractive bonus structure
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  • Flexible and hybrid working
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  • Company pension
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  • Private medical and travel insurance
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  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
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  • Genuine career progression within a growing Corporate team
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  • Opportunity to join a highly regarded Legal 500 boutique law firm in Bristol
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Apply in the strictest of confidence

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Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Corporate & Commercial)

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Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 525

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E-mail: [email protected]

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WILLIAM JAMES RECRUITMENT

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William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.

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