Corporate Partner

William James Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Corporate Partner to lead M&A and advisory work. This role offers an opportunity to establish your own practice within a supportive and modern firm. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of PQE in corporate law. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in corporate law with a focus on M&A and advisory work.
• Experience in establishing and developing a legal practice.
• Ability to advise a diverse range of clients.

Responsibilities

• Advise on M&A transactions, private equity, and venture capital.
• Develop and grow your own legal practice.
• Contribute to team development and success.

Skills

M&A transactions

Private equity

Venture capital investments

Corporate advisory

Education

Qualified lawyer (likely 8+ PQE)

Job description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

We are delighted to be working exclusively with a leading regional law firm to bring to market an outstanding Corporate Partner opportunity in Manchester.

Corporate Partner | Manchester | Competitive salary & benefits

This full-service firm has a strong national reputation and is widely recognised for its strength in corporate work. Acting for a diverse client base of entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, investors, and corporates across a range of sectors, the firm offers consistently high-quality transactional and advisory work.

You’ll play a central role in the growth and success of the Manchester corporate team, advising on :

• M&A transactions
• Private equity and venture capital investments
• Shareholder agreements and joint ventures
• Broader corporate advisory matters

This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced Corporate lawyer seeking to step into (or further establish themselves in) partnership with a modern, forward-thinking firm. You’ll be given the platform, resources, and support to develop and grow your own practice, while contributing to the development of the wider team.

The Candidate

Established Corporate Solicitor (likely 8+ PQE) wit...