Corporate Solicitor / Partner

QED Legal; Preston; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Lancashire seeks an experienced Partner or Senior Associate to lead their Corporate department. The role involves managing diverse corporate work and fostering client relationships, while contributing to business growth in a supportive environment. An attractive salary package and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Pension

Bonus scheme

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience as a Partner or Senior Associate in corporate law.
• 10+ years PQE preferred.
• Strong leadership and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Corporate team and manage a broad range of corporate work.
• Maintain and develop relationships with a high-profile client base.
• Contribute to business development activities.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Business Development

Job description

A legal 500 listed law firm with offices based across Lancashire is seeking an experienced Partner or Senior Associate (Ideally 10+ years PQE) to head up their highly regarded Corporate department.

Responsibilities

1. Lead the Corporate team, working alongside an existing Director initially, before taking over leadership.
2. Manage a broad range of quality corporate work across various sectors, including transactions, commercial contracts, management buy-ins/outs, joint ventures, restructuring, and partnerships.
3. Maintain and develop relationships with a high-profile client base, primarily 'city focused'.
4. Contribute to business development activities to further grow the department.
5. Participate in strategic planning and team development.

Requirements

1. Experience as a Partner or Senior Associate in corporate law, with 10+ years PQE preferred.
2. Strong leadership and client management skills.
3. Ability to contribute to business development and department growth.

Additional Information

The role offers a traditional yet supportive environment with secretarial support, a supportive management board, and a good work/life balance. The firm promotes flexible working arrangements, including remote, hybrid, or office-based work, with some travel to Preston required.

An attractive benefits package is offered, including pension, bonus scheme, and healthcare. Salary range is approximately £75,000 - £100,000, depending on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a corporate lawyer in Lancashire to advance their career within a leading team. Please contact Nick Skelly at QED Legal for further details and apply ASAP to be considered.