Managing Associate – Banking & Finance – Bristol

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Banking & Finance lawyer to join the Bristol office of a highly regarded Top 100 UK law firm. Recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers, the firm is known for advising a diverse client base on complex, high-profile matters across the UK and internationally.

The Banking & Finance team handles a broad range of sophisticated transactions and has developed a strong reputation in areas including real estate finance, development finance, impact investment, sustainable finance and private wealth lending.

The Role
As a Managing Associate, you'll play a key role in advising a varied client base including banks, lenders, investors, developers, family offices and businesses on a wide spectrum of financing matters.
Your work will include:

• Managing a range of banking and finance transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Advising on lending arrangements, refinancing projects and debt restructurings.
• Handling matters involving real estate finance, acquisition finance, development funding, project finance and corporate lending.
• Drafting and negotiating finance documentation and security arrangements.
• Working closely with colleagues across Corporate, Real Estate and Private Wealth teams on multi-disciplinary transactions.
• Supporting UK and international deals and maintaining strong client relationships throughout.
• Helping to mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the ongoing development of the team.
• Supporting networking, business development and client growth initiatives.

Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate is likely to offer:

• 7+ years' PQE in Banking & Finance.
• Experience running complex finance transactions with a high degree of autonomy.
• A background advising lenders, borrowers, investors or financial institutions.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to client service.
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior team members.
• The confidence to build and maintain lasting client relationships.

Why Join?

• Be part of a Top 100 national law firm with a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and career development.
• Join a Legal 500-ranked Banking & Finance practice with an impressive portfolio of regional, national and international work.
• Work on challenging, high-value transactions across a variety of sectors.
• Collaborate with recognised experts in banking, finance, private wealth and impact investment.
• Enjoy a supportive and flexible working environment with genuine opportunities for progression.
• Gain exposure to a strong client base and excellent quality work without needing to be in a City firm.

This role would suit an ambitious Banking & Finance Solicitor looking to step into a senior position with increased responsibility, excellent quality work and a clear pathway for future progression.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott:

0117 917 1929
07435 943574
hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk