Associate / Senior Associate

  • PT group
  • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Jul 01, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Corporate Associate - South West (Bristol/Cheltenham / Hybrid)

If you're an Associate looking for high-quality corporate work, genuine responsibility, and the chance to help build something, this is a role worth exploring.

We're growing our South West Corporate team and are looking for a 3+ PQE Associate to join a close-knit and ambitious group. You'll work closely with the team leader Rachael Reeves, take ownership of transactions, develop client relationships, and contribute to the team's growth.

The role will involve a wide range of corporate work, including mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and cross border transactions. You will manage your own matters and work directly with partners.

Requirements
  • At least 3 years PQE.
  • Solid experience in corporate law.
  • Confidence to manage your own matters.
  • Experience building relationships internally and with clients.
Benefits
  • Income protection.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Sight tests / glasses discounts.
  • Bonus scheme.
  • Electric vehicle scheme.
  • International secondments for 0-5 PQE.
  • Scottish Widows Pension Scheme.
  • 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays).
  • Happy People / Perks at Work benefits portal.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Life assurance.
  • One third gym membership contribution.
  • Flu vaccinations.
Equal Opportunity & Independent Contact Statement

As HCR is an equal opportunities employer, we don't just accept differences, we celebrate them. We want to attract a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and skills to create a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and which works together to achieve the best outcome for our clients. We are an armed forces friendly organisation. Please let us know of any changes we can make at any point that will help support your application.

Next Steps

If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please apply and submit your CV.