Partner

Spirehouse Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive learning and development programmes

Wellbeing initiatives

Supportive and inclusive culture

Job summary

Spirehouse Recruitment is seeking a Corporate Partner in Manchester to join a thriving corporate practice. This role offers significant autonomy with a focus on advising national and international clients on mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance.

Candidates should have at least 6 years of PQE in Corporate law and possess strong client relationship skills. This opportunity includes competitive salary, flexible working options, and comprehensive support for professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years' PQE in Corporate law.
• Strong experience handling corporate transactions with minimal supervision.
• A collaborative mindset and desire to contribute to a growing team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance.
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
• Develop practice with existing client base and internal resources.

Skills

Client relationship skills

Business development skills

Mentoring junior lawyers

Commercial approach

Education

6 years' PQE in Corporate law

Job description

Corporate Partner | Manchester | Hybrid Working

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Corporate Partner, Legal Director or Senior Associate to join a highly regarded national law firm and play a key role in the growth of its Manchester corporate practice.

Working alongside an experienced Corporate Partner and supported by a well-established local and national team, you will enjoy significant autonomy to develop your practice while benefiting from an existing client base, strong referral network and extensive internal resources.

The Opportunity

The team advises a diverse range of national and international clients on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, equity investments, joint ventures, restructurings and general corporate advisory matters.

This opportunity is ideal for an existing Partner seeking a fresh challenge or a Senior Associate/Legal Director ready to take the next step. A client following is not essential, making this a fantastic platform for ambitious lawyers looking to build their profile and progress their career.

Requirements

• At least 6 years' PQE in Corporate law.
• Strong experience handling corporate transactions with minimal supervision.
• Excellent client relationship and business development skills.
• The ability to supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
• A commercial and entrepreneurial approach to practice development.
• A collaborative mindset and desire to contribute to a growing team.
• Competitive salary and partnership package.
• Flexible and hybrid working.
• High-quality corporate work with national and international clients.
• Strong support from specialist teams across Tax, Banking, Commercial, Employment, IP and Real Estate.
• Comprehensive learning and development programmes.
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee support.
• An inclusive, supportive and collaborative culture.
• Clear progression opportunities within a respected national firm.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing corporate team offering quality work, career progression and the support needed to build a successful long-term practice in Manchester.

Spirehouse Recruitment is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.