Senior Corporate Solicitor - Boutique Practice - Manchester

QED Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Manchester seeks a Senior Associate or Legal Director for its Corporate team. This role involves managing high-value corporate transactions, contributing to business development, and engaging with a variety of clients ranging from SMEs to international blue-chip companies. The firm offers a hybrid working environment and an attractive benefits package, along with a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Pension

Bonus Scheme

Healthcare

Hybrid Working

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate law with a track record in managing corporate deals.
• Ability to contribute to business development activities.
• Working experience with blue-chip clients and SMEs.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate deals and client relationships.
• Involvement in business development to grow the department.
• Collaborate with the Head of Department and Partners.

Skills

Business Development

Corporate Transactions

Management Buy-ins/outs

Joint Venture Agreements

Restructuring

Commercial Contracts

Job description

Fantastic opportunity for a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join this Legal 500 listed corporate team in Manchester city centre and work on a broad range of corporate deals with an enterprise value of £5 million and above, particularly in the £5-25 million range.

• Quality Client Base & Work
• Hybrid Working
• International Work
• Flexible Working

There is an excellent and broad range of quality corporate work across various sectors, including corporate transactions, commercial contracts, management buy-ins/outs, joint venture agreements, restructuring, and partnerships. Clients range from local SMEs to multi-million-pound blue-chip international companies.

Working alongside an experienced team, you will become an integral part of the firm immediately and will have direct contact with key clients. You will also contribute to building the department further through active involvement in business development activities.

While the work is of high quality, the firm maintains a traditional feel. You will work with a Head of Department and experienced Partner who will guide you as needed.

This mid-tier practice offers a fantastic work/life balance and a strong, reliable client base. Although a following is not essential due to existing work, any business you can bring will be welcomed.

An attractive benefits package is offered, including pension, bonus scheme, and healthcare, with the chance to oversee an established team within a well-known and respected firm. Salary will depend on experience, likely in the range of £60,000 - £90,000.

This is a great opportunity for a corporate lawyer in Greater Manchester to develop their career further with a highly recognized team. Please contact Nick Skelly at QED Legal for more details and apply ASAP to be considered.