Corporate Solicitor - Senior Hire - No Following Needed

QED Legal; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Lancashire is seeking a Partner or Senior Associate with at least 10 years PQE in corporate law. This hybrid role focuses on corporate transactions and commercial contracts, providing a fantastic work/life balance and the flexibility to work remotely or from the office. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with key clients, contribute to business growth, and oversee an established team. An attractive benefits package, including a salary of £75,000 to £95,000, is offered.

Benefits

28 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

True Hybrid Working

Full Home-Based IT System

Pension Scheme

Bonus Scheme

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in corporate law.
• Experience in handling corporate transactions and commercial contracts.
• Ability to engage in business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Join a highly regarded corporate department within a legal firm.
• Work alongside a Director providing direct client contact.
• Contribute to business growth and team development.

Skills

Corporate transactions

Commercial contracts

Business development

Management buy-ins/outs

Joint venture agreements

Education

Qualified Lawyer (10+ Year PQE)

Job description

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

Benefits include:

• ✅ Salary Circa £75,000 - £95,000
• ✅ 28 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• ✅ True Hybrid Working (Work from the office when you want)
• ✅ Full Home‑Based IT System provided
• ✅ No Client Following Needed

There is an excellent and broad range ofqualitycorporate work across a widerange of sectors to include corporate transactions, commercial contracts, management buy‑ins/outs, joint venture agreements, restructuring and partnerships. Our client base is second to none and is primarily 'city-focused' rather than being local Lancashire businesses.

Working alongside a Director, you will become part of the firm right away, enjoy direct client contact with key clients, and contribute to building the department by actively participating in business development activities.

You will have secretarial support, a hands‑on Partner to guide you, and a fantastic work/life balance. A client following is not essential due to our high volumes of work and recent success.

The firm is very work/life balance focused and offers a fully remote role, though some travel to the Preston office is required to liaise with the Director and discuss plans for growth. All fee earners can choose to work remotely, hybrid or from the office.

An attractive benefits package will be offered, including pension, bonus scheme and healthcare, plus the chance to oversee an established team within a well‑known firm. Salary will be based on experience level, likely between £75,000 and £95,000.

This is a great opportunity for a corporate lawyer in Greater Manchester & Lancashire to further develop their career within one of the leading teams in the corporate area. Please contact Nick Skelly at QED Legal for further details and apply ASAP to be considered.