Corporate Solicitor – Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits – Manchester
This opportunity offers an ambitious corporate solicitor the platform to develop their profile within the Manchester market, gaining exposure to high-quality work and supporting a well-established team advising on complex, often cross-border transactions.
As a Corporate Solicitor, you will play a key role in delivering high-value work while developing your technical ability and commercial skillset within a leading practice. This role provides an excellent foundation for long-term progression, with access to top-tier clients, high-quality training, and structured development.
The Role
- Advising on a broad range of M&A, corporate finance, and private equity transactions
- Supporting on equity capital markets, joint ventures, and general corporate advisory matters
- Working with blue chip/ growth clients across sectors including technology and life sciences
- Assisting on complex and cross-border transactions from instruction through to completion
- Working closely with partners and senior colleagues within a high-performing team
- Supporting business development activity and client relationship management
The Candidate
- Qualified Solicitor with 0–3 years’ PQE and a strong grounding in corporate law
- Trained within a reputable City, national, or leading regional law firm
- Strong academic background and technical ability
- Commercially minded with an interest in business development
- Ambitious, driven, and motivated to build a long-term career in corporate law
- Confident working within a collaborative, high-performing team
The Benefits & How to Apply
- Competitive basic salary up to £65,000 (depending on experience)
- Highly competitive bonus structure
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private medical and dental insurance
- Life assurance and death in service cover
- Generous pension contributions
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Declan Young, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0113 511 7115 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.
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