Corporate Solicitor / Partner – Up to £180,000 + Bonus + Benefits – Manchester
This opportunity offers an experienced corporate solicitor the platform to develop their profile within the Manchester market as a genuinely market-facing hire, with the autonomy and support to generate and win new business.
As a Corporate Solicitor / Partner, you will play a key role in driving the firm’s growth in Manchester, taking ownership of client relationships, developing new workstreams, and enhancing the firm’s presence in the region.
For the right individual, this role offers a clear pathway to partnership and long-term leadership, with the opportunity to shape the future direction of the Manchester corporate practice.
The Role
- Leading on a broad range of M&A, corporate finance, and private equity transactions
- Advising on shareholder agreements, joint ventures, and investment structures
- Providing corporate governance advice and strategic commercial guidance
- Driving business development activity, networking, and pipeline generation
- Building and managing your own client base, supported by strong national referral networks
- Playing a key role in strengthening the firm’s presence in the Manchester market
- Contributing to regional strategy and the continued growth of the corporate practice
- Leading, mentoring, and developing junior lawyers within the team
The Candidate
- Established Corporate Solicitor or Partner with experience across a range of corporate matters
- Proven or emerging track record in business development and winning work
- Strong reputation within the North West market, ideally with a portable following
- Commercially astute with strong strategic judgement
- Ambitious, driven, and motivated to progress within a growing practice
- Confident in client relationship management, leadership, and team development
The Benefits & How to Apply
- Competitive basic salary up to £180,000 (depending on experience)
- Market-leading bonus structure
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance and pension contributions
- Clear and supported progression pathway to partnership and leadership
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Declan Young, Corporate & Commercial Specialist
Direct Dial: 0113 511 7115 Mobile: 07931 998 526
Email: declan.young@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.