Corporate Solicitor

Job description

Corporate Solicitor – Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits – Manchester

This opportunity offers an ambitious corporate solicitor the platform to develop their profile within the Manchester market, gaining exposure to high-quality work and supporting a well-established team advising on complex, often cross-border transactions.

As a Corporate Solicitor, you will play a key role in delivering high-value work while developing your technical ability and commercial skillset within a leading practice. This role provides an excellent foundation for long-term progression, with access to top-tier clients, high-quality training, and structured development.

The Role

• Advising on a broad range of M&A, corporate finance, and private equity transactions
• Supporting on equity capital markets, joint ventures, and general corporate advisory matters
• Working with blue chip/ growth clients across sectors including technology and life sciences
• Assisting on complex and cross-border transactions from instruction through to completion
• Working closely with partners and senior colleagues within a high-performing team
• Supporting business development activity and client relationship management

The Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor with 0–3 years’ PQE and a strong grounding in corporate law
• Trained within a reputable City, national, or leading regional law firm
• Strong academic background and technical ability
• Commercially minded with an interest in business development
• Ambitious, driven, and motivated to build a long-term career in corporate law
• Confident working within a collaborative, high-performing team

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Competitive basic salary up to £65,000 (depending on experience)
• Highly competitive bonus structure
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Life assurance and death in service cover
• Generous pension contributions

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.

Contact: Declan Young, Retained Consultant

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English