Corporate Solicitor

Page Personnel; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Corporate Solicitor with over 4 years of PQE in corporate and M&A work. The role involves managing high-value transactions, drafting agreements, and advising on governance. This position offers a salary starting from £57k, hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates will have excellent client-facing skills and a strong commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• Solicitor (or equivalent) with 4+ years PQE in corporate/M&A work.
• Experienced in managing full-cycle M&A transactions and corporate restructuring.
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead/support on high-value M&A transactions and disposals.
• Manage due diligence and negotiate corporate documentation.
• Advise on corporate governance and joint ventures.

Job description

• Take a leading role in a growing corporate team
• Hybrid working + excellent growth prospects

About Our Client

Our client is a forward-thinking, independent law firm with strong regional credentials and a people-first culture. They are recognised as a Top Tier firm but the Legal 500, a a Top 200 UK Law Firm by The Lawyer. They have a collaborative approach to target and they deal with high network and good quality work.

Job Description

The Corporate Solicitor will be :

• Leading or supporting on high-value M&A transactions, disposals and corporate restructuring
• Managing due diligence, drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements and other corporate documentation
• Advising on corporate governance, group reorganisations and joint ventures
• Building and developing client relationships and contributing to business development within the corporate team
• Mentoring more junior members of the team and helping shape team processes and strategy

The Successful Applicant

The Corporate Solicitor should be :

• A solicitor (or equivalent) with 4+ years PQE in corporate / M&A work
• Experienced in managing full-cycle M&A transactions, disposals and corporate restructuring
• Comfortable drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, group reorganisations
• Commercially minded, with strong client-facing skills and the ability to build relationships
• Able to work effectively in a hybrid working environment and contribute to team growth and mentoring

What's on Offer

Estimated salary starting from c£57k dependent on experience along with other company benefits, great progression and high quality work. Hybrid working from Greater Manchester office.