William James Recruitment
Corporate Solicitor
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Corporate Solicitor / Partner – Up to £180,000 + Bonus + Benefits – Leeds
This opportunity offers an experienced corporate solicitor the platform to develop their profile within the Leeds market while supporting the growth of an established team of six. With the current lead partner now focused on a national strategic role, there is a clear pathway to step into a leadership position.
As a Corporate Solicitor / Partner, you will play a key role in driving the firm’s continued success in Leeds, with genuine scope to progress into Head of Corporate for the office.
The Role
- Advising on a broad range of M&A, corporate finance, and private equity transactions
- Supporting clients on joint ventures, fundraising, and shareholder agreements
- Providing corporate advisory support to a diverse national client base
- Handling high-value and complex transactions from instruction through to completion
- Working closely with partners and colleagues across the firm’s North West and national platform
- Supporting the continued growth of the Leeds office and wider corporate practice
- Contributing to business development initiatives and strengthening client relationships
- Playing a key role in the strategic expansion of the Leeds corporate team
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The Candidate
- Established Corporate Solicitor or Corporate Partner with experience across a range of corporate matters
- Strong commercial awareness with a genuine interest in business development
- Trained within a reputable City, national, or leading regional law firm
- Ambitious, driven, and motivated to contribute to the growth of a developing team
- Confident in building client relationships and developing a presence in the Leeds market
The Benefits & How to Apply
- Competitive basic salary up to £180,000 (depending on experience)
- Market-leading bonus structure (25%+)
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 33 days’ annual leave
- Private medical insurance and health assessments
- Life assurance (4x salary) and income protection
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Additional benefits including dental cover, EAP and long service awards
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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.
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