Napthens LLP
Corporate Lawyer / Corporate Associate Solicitor
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Corporate Lawyer (5-year PQE+) Senior Associate
East Lancashire (Blackburn) Hybrid work across offices
Market-Leading Deal Flow | Work with the North West’s Leading Dealmakers
If you’re a corporate lawyer in the Northwest, you’ll know not all deal flow is equal.
Some Teams Talk About Transactions. Others Deliver Them.
Napthens has been recognised as the most active legal adviser in the Northwest (Experian Market IQ, 2025) — completing 54 transactions in a year where the region saw 930 deals worth over £11bn.
We are firmly at the centre of the region’s M&A market—and continuing to grow.
The Opportunity
We’re looking to add an experienced Corporate Lawyer to our Lancashire team.
You’ll Gain Exposure To
A strong pipeline of mid-market and SME transactions Owner-managed businesses, SME and large corporates, and private equity-backed clients Meaningful involvement across the full deal lifecycle in a supportive environment supervised by some of the regions leading dealmakers
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Work Directly with Leading Figures
Our Corporate team are known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice and for building integrated relationships with intermediaries and clients to drive successful outcomes. This is a great genuine opportunity to learn from and work alongside one of the most respected corporate law teams in the region, gaining exposure that will accelerate your development.
Our Approach
Our Team Has Been Built With Intent
Experienced, hands-on lawyers leading transactions Focus on pragmatic, efficient deal execution Real emphasis on client relationships and repeat work
As Head Of Corporate Keith Melling Puts It
“We’ve focused on pragmatic execution—helping clients get deals over the line in fast-moving conditions.”
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Why Napthens?
Number 1 for deal volume in the Northwest Consistent, high-quality deal flow Opportunity to work closely with recognised market leaders Early responsibility and client exposure A collaborative team with a clear path for progression
Why Now?
The market is regaining momentum, and Napthens is expanding and continue to experience high deal flow.
We’re already leading the way—this is your chance to be part of a team that is shaping the market, not following it.
Interested?
If You’re Looking For
High-quality M&A, restructuring and PE work Greater responsibility Exposure to leading lawyers and clients
We’d welcome a conversation.
Reach out to Daniel via WhatsApp, SMS, or phone for a confidential chat on 07425 797 217.
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