Corporate Solicitor (Associate)

Hunter Savage; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier law firm in Belfast is seeking a Corporate Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE to join its expanding team. The role involves advising high-profile clients on corporate matters, managing transactions, and building client relationships. Competitive salary and clear progression pathways are offered in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Clear progression pathways

Access to first-class training

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Solid track record on M&A and/or investment transactions.
• Commercially astute with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on corporate matters including M&A and corporate governance.
• Provide day-to-day company law advice.
• Manage transactions end-to-end with effective project management.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

M&A transactions

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland or the UK

Job description

Overview

Corporate Solicitor – 3 years PQE + (Belfast based, hybrid)

We’re delighted to partner with a top-tier law firm to appoint a Corporate Solicitor to its expanding team in Belfast. You’ll join a practice renowned for excellence across complex transactions.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

• Competitive salary
• Belfast-based with a renowned Top Tier Law Firm
• Outstanding platform to accelerate your corporate career within a highly skilled, supportive team

The Role:

• Advise high-profile clients on a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A, private equity/venture capital investments, joint ventures, share and asset purchases, group reorganisations, and corporate governance
• Provide day-to-day company law advice (Companies Act, directors’ duties, shareholder rights)
• Manage transactions end-to-end with effective project management, collaborating closely with specialist teams (tax, employment, competition, regulatory)
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives

The Person:

• Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland or the UK with a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate law
• Solid track record on M&A and/or investment transactions; confident drafting and negotiating principal documents
• Commercially astute with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to manage multiple workstreams in fast-moving transactions

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary package
• Clear progression pathways and access to first-class training
• Inclusive, collaborative culture with modern offices and leading technology
• Exposure to a diverse, prestigious client base across key sectors

Next Steps:

Why partner with our client through us? We bring opportunities that match your ambitions, backed by deep market insight and long-standing relationships.

For further details and to discuss this Corporate Solicitor role, please contact Nikki Bell ([e-mail]). Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and can be discussed during a confidential consultation.