The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Corporate Solicitor to join our specialist Corporate team,ranked Tier 3 in Legal500 2025, comprising 9 lawyers and 5 Partners.The successful candidate will be working across the whole team on a variety oftransactions deals and on various structures of transactions (including but not limited totrade deals, private equity investment, and employee ownership trusts).They will also be involved in day-to-day business assistance including group re-organisations, shareholder's agreements and bespoke articles of association; helping abusiness with external investment; and ultimately supporting the founders on their exit,whether by way of trade sale, management buyout or EOT (as examples).This is a full-time role (35 hours a week). Typically office hours are 9am to 5pm but someflexibility will be required on occasion for urgent deadlines.Hybrid working (1-2 days a week remote) will be available.Candidate Requirements ï‚· The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of transnationalcorporate law as well as M&A, both in their training contract and post qualification,and will be prepared to work on transactions and provide support as appropriate.ï‚· A minimum of 1 year PQE, ideally 2-3 years is required.ï‚· Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.ï‚· Excellent client care skills.ï‚· A willingness to learn and work as part of the team.ï‚· An interest in developing yourself and the team through BD activities. Confidencein networking and promoting JMW to clients and contacts (support in developingthese skills can be provided but a willingness to get involved will be essential).
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Corporate Solicitor
The Recruitment Co
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 24 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England
£38,000 - £45,600 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- We are looking for an experienced Corporate Solicitor to join our Tier 3 ranked Corporate team, consisting of 9 lawyers and 5 Partners.
- The role involves working on various transactions, including trade deals, private equity investments, and employee ownership trusts.
- Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year PQE, with 2-3 years being ideal, along with strong organizational and client care skills.
- This full-time position offers a salary of £XX,XXX and requires some flexibility in working hours to meet urgent deadlines.
- Hybrid working is available, allowing for 1-2 days of remote work each week.