Corporate Solicitor | Stockport | Hybrid (2 Days WFH) | NQ to Partner Level

ZipRecruiter; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Stockport is seeking a Corporate Solicitor from Newly Qualified to Partner level. The role offers a hybrid working environment, excellent opportunities for career progression, and involvement in significant corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong client relationship capabilities and a proactive approach to practice development. Benefits include generous holiday leave, private medical insurance, and a clear path for career advancement.

Benefits

24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Life cover

Cashback scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity and sick pay

Company pension + free annual pension advice

Regular social events & family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate law and transactions commensurate with level.
• Ability to generate work from existing clients and contacts.

Responsibilities

• Handle or oversee corporate transactions and commercial projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Supervise junior colleagues for senior applicants.

Skills

Excellent client care and communication skills

Commercial awareness

Proactive approach to practice development

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Job Description

Corporate Solicitor | Stockport | Hybrid (2 Days WFH) | NQ to Partner Level

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Solicitor to join a highly regarded, Legal 500-ranked law firm with multiple offices and a strong client base. The role is based in Stockport, with the flexibility of hybrid working (2 days from home).

The firm has an excellent reputation for supporting career progression, offering a friendly and collaborative working environment, and delivering high-quality corporate legal services to clients across a wide range of sectors.

The Role

This position is open to candidates from Newly Qualified (NQ) level through to Partner, with responsibilities tailored accordingly.

Key responsibilities include:

• Handling or overseeing corporate transactions and commercial projects from start to finish
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Generating work from existing clients, contacts, and referrers
• Supervising junior colleagues (for senior applicants)
• Contributing to business development and the wider growth of the team
• Ensuring compliance with SRA and Lexcel standards
• Supporting team collaboration, development, and knowledge sharing

What You’ll Need

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales – all levels from NQ to Partner considered
• Experience in corporate law and transactions (commensurate with level)
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to practice development
• Commitment to high professional standards and teamwork

Benefits & Perks

• Hybrid working – 2 days from home
• 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• 3 additional paid days over Christmas
• Birthday day off
• Progression and development
• Additional leave with long service
• Private medical insurance
• Life cover
• Cashback scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and sick pay
• Company pension + free annual pension advice
• Discounted legal services
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Christmas bonus & voucher reward scheme
• Regular social events & family-friendly policies
• Access to 1000s of webinars

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected firm offering high-quality work, genuine flexibility, and a clear path for career progression.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch to request the full job description.

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