Managing Associate – Commercial Contracts (7+ PQE) – Bristol
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid)
Salary: £85,000 – £110,000 (DOE)

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Managing Associate to join its highly regarded Commercial team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a top-tier practice advising major UK and international clients on complex, high-value commercial matters across a wide range of sectors.

The Role
You’ll be involved in a broad range of commercial work, supporting strategic projects and day to day business operations. Responsibilities include:

• Leading on complex commercial contracts (procurement, outsourcing, supply chain, product development)
• Advising on contract strategy, drafting, negotiation and risk management
• Delivering clear, pragmatic, commercially focused advice
• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
• Supervising and developing junior lawyers
• Supporting business development and contributing to international growth
• Working on multi jurisdictional matters, with opportunities for international secondments

You’ll work closely with clients’ in house teams in a collaborative, embedded style while benefiting from the breadth of private practice expertise.

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a senior commercial lawyer with:

• UK qualification (England, Wales or Scotland)
• 7+ years’ PQE in commercial contracts
• Strong experience advising on complex, high value transactions
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to lead matters and deliver practical advice to non lawyers
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior team members
• Strong commercial awareness and problem solving ability
• Confidence managing multiple complex matters independently
• Experience in international contracting, tech, IP or data protection is advantageous.
• This position offers a clear progression pathway towards Legal Director or Partnership.

Benefits
The firm offers:

• A supportive, people focused culture with a strong emphasis on wellbeing
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Clear career progression and leadership opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive working environment
• Recognition for high quality work and client service
• Competitive salary and flexible benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.