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Corporate Associate - Manchester- 1- 4 PQE

Are you looking for your next career move in Corporate law? An international firm with a strong reputation is seeking a bright, commercially focused Associate to join its highly regarded Corporate team, based in Manchester.

The Opportunity
This is a fantastic chance to work within a leading Corporate team that handles high-quality matters across mergers & acquisitions, private equity, and equity capital markets. With the firm's international reach, you'll gain exposure to cross-border transactions and early client contact, while enjoying a supportive environment that encourages professional development and career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

Advising on M&A, Private Equity, and Equity Capital Markets transactions

Providing high-quality support to partners across UK offices

Developing and maintaining strong client relationships

Playing an active role in business development, including marketing events

Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues, including trainees and apprentices

About You:

Qualified Solicitor with 1-4 years' PQE in a UK-based corporate law team

Strong drafting skills with the ability to provide practical, commercially focused advice

Excellent interpersonal and business advisory skills, with sound judgment

Confidence communicating directly with clients

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary (reviewed annually)

Flexible hybrid working

Generous bonus scheme

25 days' holiday (increasing with service) plus holiday exchange

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Inclusive culture with genuine commitment to diversity and social mobility

This role offers the chance to work with a forward-thinking, international law firm that embraces innovation, values its people, and provides a platform for ambitious Associates to thrive.