Corporate Solicitor / Partner

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

Job summary

A leading law firm in Preston is seeking an experienced Partner or Senior Associate to lead their Corporate department. You will manage key client relationships, drive business development, and have a supportive working environment with a focus on work-life balance. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in corporate law and will enjoy a hybrid work model with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Generous hybrid working split

Pension

Bonus scheme

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Existing Partner or Senior Associate with broad corporate experience.
• Familiarity with a city-focused client base.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Corporate team after initial collaboration with a Director.
• Engage in business development activities.
• Liaise with the Director for team growth planning.
• Maintain a traditional practice feel while supporting growth.

Skills

Corporate transactions

Commercial contracts

Management buy-ins/outs

Joint venture agreements

Restructuring

Partnerships

Education

10+ years of post-qualification experience

Job description

Role Overview

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

Responsibilities

• Work alongside an existing Director initially, before taking over the reins and leading the Corporate team.
• Enjoy direct client contact with key clients and contribute to building the department by actively engaging in business development activities.
• Receive secretarial support and guidance from a supportive management board, maintaining a traditional feel to the practice while benefiting from an excellent work/life balance.
• Travel to the Preston office as needed to liaise with the Director and discuss plans for progressing and growing the team.
• Benefit from a generous hybrid working split, with the option to work remotely, from the office, or a hybrid arrangement.
• Support the growth of an industry‑leading corporate team within the firm.

Qualifications

• Existing Partner or Senior Associate, ideally with 10+ years of post‑qualification experience.
• Broad experience in corporate transactions, commercial contracts, management buy‑ins/outs, joint venture agreements, restructuring and partnerships.
• Familiarity with a client base that is primarily city‑focused rather than local Lancashire businesses.

Benefits

• Generous hybrid working split with some required travel to the Preston office.
• Choice to work remotely, hybrid or from the office for all fee earners.
• Pension, bonus scheme and healthcare.
• Competitive salary likely in the realm of £75,000 - £100,000, based on experience level.

Contact

Please contact Nick Skelly at QED Legal for further details and apply ASAP to be considered for this opportunity.