Job Description

Professional Support Lawyer – Corporate l Top 50 Firm l Bristol

The firm:

This Top 50 firm has a fantastic reputation and is constantly expanding and developing, recently surpassing £100 million in revenue. They excel in key areas such as Agriculture & Rural Affairs, Private Wealth, mid-market Corporate/M&A, Employment, Environment, Litigation, Planning, Real Estate, Restructuring & Insolvency, and Family/Matrimonial law.

Recently ranked highly in the ‘Best UK Law Firm to Work For’ 2024 and securing eight Future Lawyers Awards this year, this firm stands out not only for its exceptional legal services but also as an outstanding employer. The firm is a leader in gender diversity, with a significant percentage of female partners, and has made strides in enhancing maternity leave and providing additional support for families.

What sets this firm apart is its lack of hierarchy. There’s a strong sense of approachability and community throughout the organisation, with the culture often described as genuine, friendly, and enjoyable.

The role:

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to join the renowned Corporate team of a leading Top 50 law firm, based in Bristol.

Ranked Tier 1 in the Legal 500, this Corporate practice is known for delivering top-tier legal advice across a broad spectrum of corporate transactions.

An exciting opening has arisen for a Corporate PSL to play a key role in supporting the Corporate team, helping them stay at the forefront of legal developments and maintaining the firm’s reputation for excellence. Your responsibilities will include:

Keeping the team updated on the latest developments in corporate law and best practices.
Enhancing the internal precedent bank, best practice guides, and knowledge resources.
Delivering regular training sessions to fee earners, covering both general corporate law and specialised areas.
Producing articles and client bulletins, raising the firm's profile as a leading authority on corporate law.
Collaborating with the Knowledge Management team to develop innovative client-facing tools and solutions, enhancing the firm’s client service offering.

This role is perfect for a Corporate lawyer with a passion for the technical side of the law, an existing PSL, or someone with in-house experience looking to return to private practice.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and supportive environment, this firm would love to hear from you!

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