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Effective hiring goes far beyond filling a job role. Successful recruiting puts its emphasis on people, quality and speed. We operate with unrivalled insight through our discipline and location-specific teams and using integrated technology, we match the right people to your business.

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BCL Legal was extremely helpful when we opened a Manchester office. Winning our quarterly recruitment competition, we hope to continue our excellent relationship for years to come.
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Residential Development Solicitor 4PQE+, Leeds

Leeds and West Yorkshire

£70,000 - 90,000

Residential Development Solicitor | Leeds | 4+PQE | Leading national team | Fantastic progression | £70,000 to £90,000 + bonus | lucrative benefits | lovely working culture

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Corporate Solicitor- 2 PQE+

Manchester

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Corporate Solicitor | 2 PQE+ | Strong Regional Commercial Firm | Manchester City Centre

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Manchester

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Banking Solicitor, Manchester - NQ- 2 PQE- International firm in Manchester - candidates qualifying this year (2025) are encouraged to apply!

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Manchester

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Corporate Associate/Senior Associate | Manchester city centre | strong national firm with a reputation for being a fantastic employer | highly ranked in Chambers and the Legal 500 for its corporate/commercial offering

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Corporate Senior Associate

Manchester

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Corporate Senior Associate |5 PQE+ | Manchester city centre | You will be an integral member of the team with a clear route to progress. This role would suit someone who is looking to join a team where they can advance their career in a genuinely supportive team.

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