Corporate Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial advisory group in Manchester is seeking an In-House Corporate Solicitor to support their legal team. The role offers a chance to work on M&A transactions and private equity investments in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You will have a competitive salary above market rate and a flexible hybrid working model. Ideal candidates should have 3+ years of PQE in corporate law and be commercially minded. This is an exciting opportunity for long-term career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary above market rate

Flexible hybrid working model

Opportunity for career development

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in corporate law, strong experience in M&A and private equity.
• Track record of drafting corporate agreements and managing transactions.

Responsibilities

• Supporting on M&A transactions and advising on structuring.
• Drafting and negotiating corporate agreements.
• Collaborating across departments and managing external counsel.

Skills

Corporate law experience

M&A expertise

Private equity knowledge

Commercial awareness

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

Job description

Job Title: In-House Corporate Solicitor
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Above Market Rate
Recruiter: Millie at Simpson Judge Legal

Are you a confident and commercially minded Corporate Solicitor looking to step into an impactful in-house role?

I’m working with a high-performing financial advisory group in Manchester that is offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a Corporate Solicitor to join their established in-house legal team. This role will see you work directly with the Head of Legal, playing a pivotal role in supporting the group’s ambitious growth plans, which include complex M&A transactions, private equity investment, and group structuring.

The Opportunity:
This is not your typical in-house legal role. You’ll be immersed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, working alongside a respected and strategic Head of Legal on a wide variety of corporate matters. The business is dynamic, commercially savvy, and rapidly growing-making this an excellent move for a solicitor looking to get closer to the heart of business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting on M&A transactions, both acquisitions and disposals, from initial term sheets to completion
• Advising on private equity investment and related structuring
• Drafting and negotiating a range of corporate and commercial agreements, including shareholder agreements, SPAs, NDAs, and joint venture documents
• Providing legal input on group restructures and corporate governance matters
• Working collaboratively across departments including finance, compliance, and investment teams
• Instructing and managing relationships with external counsel where required
• Contributing to risk management and ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory obligations

About You:
UK-qualified solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE in corporate law (strong experience in private practice or prior in-house welcome)
Solid background in M&A, private equity, and company structuring
Able to manage transactions independently while knowing when to escalate or collaborate
Commercially minded, proactive, and confident in advising senior stakeholders
Comfortable in a fast-moving and evolving environment
Looking for long-term career development within a forward-thinking business

What’s On Offer:

• A highly competitive salary – above market rate
• A flexible hybrid working model (typically 3 days in the office)
• Opportunity to work directly with and learn from a seasoned Head of Legal
• Broad exposure to strategic transactions and high-level business decisions
• Collaborative, innovative, and ambitious working culture
• Genuine career development in a growing in-house legal function
• This is a standout in-house role for a Corporate Solicitor who wants more than just black-letter law – it’s an opportunity to become a key part of a business that values legal insight at the highest level.

Interested?
Reach out to me – Millie at Simpson Judge Legal – for a confidential chat or to apply.