Senior Associate – Education – Bath – Senior Level
Location: Bath
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid: 2 days per week in office)
Salary: £75,000 +
A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Tier 1 ranked Education team in Bath. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a high calibre client base, lead on complex matters, and contribute to the continued growth of a nationally recognised Education practice.
The Role
You’ll take a senior role within the Education team, managing a sophisticated caseload and contributing to strategic development. Responsibilities include:
- Leading on complex corporate and education M&A transactions
- Managing matters independently with strong financial discipline (time recording, billing, cost awareness)
- Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior team members
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships to generate new and repeat work
- Driving business development through seminars, networking, pitches, and thought leadership
- Identifying new markets, service lines, and growth opportunities
- Ensuring high standards of service delivery, compliance, and professional conduct
- Working collaboratively across teams and contributing to a collegiate culture
- Staying up to date with legal developments and continuing professional development
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to an experienced lawyer with:
- Strong experience in corporate or education M&A
- Proven ability to supervise and develop junior colleagues
- A track record of proactive business development and revenue generation
- Excellent communication skills, including handling challenging conversations with confidence
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage complex projects independently
- High levels of accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail
- A solutions focused, commercially aware mindset
- Ability to work collaboratively within a high performing team
Desirable
- Experience in Education Law and/or Charity Law
Benefits
The firm offers:
- A collaborative, values driven working environment
- Exposure to nationally recognised experts and Tier 1 ranked work
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing team
- Hybrid working arrangements (2 days per week in office)
- Opportunities to lead on business development and strategic initiatives
*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.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £75000 – £95000 per annum
Location: Bath, Somerset
Senior Associate – Education – Bath – Senior Level – Bath employer: Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd
Chadwick Nott offers an exceptional opportunity for self-employed Private Client Lawyers in Bath, providing a supportive environment that values autonomy and client care. With a focus on professional growth, you will have the chance to manage your own caseload while benefiting from a fee-share earnings model, all within a traditional high street firm known for its commitment to excellence and community engagement.
Contact Details:
Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
