Jobs, fresher vacancy - Incentives Associate / Senior Associate • Bristol

Company: JMC Legal Recruitment

Bristol

Incentives Associate / Senior Associate - Bristol Top 50 Law Firm | Forward-Thinking Environment | National Client Base A leading national law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its specialist Incentives team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong lawyer to work within a growing and collaborative national practice, supporting a broad mix of UK and international clients on high-profile incentive matters. The Role The Incentives team advises on all aspects of employee incentive plans, including: Design and implementation of executive and all-employee share schemes Support with Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) Regulatory and compliance issues Executive tax planning and cross-border schemes IPO and M&A-related incentive support Ongoing operation and communication of share plans The practice is balanced across standalone advisory work and transactional support, involving significant cross-border exposure and a healthy mix of high-growth private companies and listed corporates (main market and AIM). Example Matters Advising on multi-jurisdictional incentive schemes for global tech, biotech and gaming companies Supporting significant corporate transactions including private equity processes and sales to EOTs Designing and implementing HMRC-approved and bespoke incentive arrangements for FTSE 250 companies About You You'll be a qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with experience gained in incentives, tax, employment, or corporate law. Ideally, you will have: Exposure to HMRC-approved and unapproved schemes Knowledge of growth shares and EMI options A proactive and collaborative approach A strong interest in equity incentives, employee engagement, and corporate governance Those coming from accountancy firms or with cross-disciplinary experience are also encouraged to apply. Why Apply? Join a ranked and reputable incentives team with a national and international client base Benefit from a clear progression framework and strong professional development support Work in a high-performing, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment Gain hands-on experience with leading corporates, innovative startups, and major transactions This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer who wants to build their career in a specialist area with strong growth potential. Location: Bristol (with hybrid and flexible working options) Level: Associate or Senior Associate Salary: Competitive, with clear progression routes and market-leading benefits