William James Recruitment
Corporate Partner
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Corporate Partner - Bristol - Up to £150,000
A highly regarded specialist Corporate law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Partner to join its growing Bristol office.
This is a rare opportunity for an established Corporate Partner or a senior lawyer ready to step into partnership to play a leading role within an ambitious and entrepreneurial practice. The firm has built a strong reputation advising founders, investors, management teams and fast-growth businesses on complex transactional and strategic matters, offering the quality of work typically associated with much larger firms while maintaining a collaborative and agile culture.
The successful candidate will become a key figure within the Corporate team, advising on high-value transactions, developing client relationships and helping to drive the continued growth and success of the practice.
The Role
- Lead and manage a broad range of complex corporate transactions
- Advise on mergers and acquisitions, including share and asset sales and purchases
- Support clients on private equity and venture capital investments
- Draft and negotiate shareholder agreements, investment agreements and joint venture arrangements
- Provide strategic and commercially focused advice to founders, entrepreneurs, investors and growing businesses
- Act as a trusted adviser to clients throughout their business lifecycle
- Develop and strengthen long-term client relationships
- Play an active role in business development and networking initiatives
- Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the Corporate practice
- Mentor, supervise and develop junior lawyers within the team
- Collaborate with colleagues across the wider business to deliver exceptional client service
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
About You
- Qualified Solicitor status in England & Wales
- Significant experience within a recognised Corporate practice
- Existing Partner status, or be an experienced Senior Associate, Legal Director or Senior Corporate lawyer ready to step into partnership
- Strong technical expertise across M&A, private equity and general corporate transactions
- Excellent commercial awareness and business development skills
- A proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
- Experience managing complex transactions and leading deal teams
- A collaborative leadership style and a passion for mentoring junior lawyers
- An entrepreneurial mindset and genuine enthusiasm for helping businesses grow
- Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
The Benefits
- Salary of up to £150,000 depending on experience
- Attractive bonus and profit-sharing potential
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Significant autonomy and influence within the business
- High-quality work for entrepreneurial and growth-focused clients
- A modern, agile and collaborative working environment
- Long-term progression and strategic leadership opportunities
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Declan Young (Corporate & Commercial Specialist) Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 | Mobile: 07931 998 526 Email: declan.young@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London