Job Description

Banking Associate - Bristol - 2-3 years PQE
Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid & Flexible)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: 85,000 to 105,000
Chadwick Nott are happy to be working with a leading international law firm in their search for an Associate to join the Transactional Banking team in Bristol. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on high-value, cross-border finance transactions within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
The Role
This client-facing role offers exposure to a wide spectrum of banking and finance matters. Responsibilities include:

• Advising on acquisition finance, leveraged finance, and data centre finance
• Supporting on public bids, private acquisitions, and event-driven financings
• Handling investment-grade loans, asset-backed and receivables financings
• Collaborating with colleagues across UK and international offices
• Building relationships with banks, sponsors, corporates, and asset managers
• Contributing to marketing and business development initiatives
• Working closely with partners, associates, trainees, and paralegals
• Delivering high-quality legal and commercial advice

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a finance lawyer with:

• 2-3 years PQE in transactional banking
• Experience gained at an international or leading regional firm
• Strong academic background and technical expertise
• Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset
• Willingness to engage in business development
• Collaborative and proactive approach
• Enthusiasm for working in a diverse and high-performing team

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:
? ? 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
? Olivia Reed | LinkedIn
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.*

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