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Reference Number:
CN/155396
Posted:
28th November 2025
Corporate Senior Associate / Principal Associate / Legal Director
Manchester
Top-Tier International Firm - Multiple Opportunities
We are partnering with a leading international law firm that is entering a major growth phase and seeking to expand its Corporate offering in Manchester. The firm is looking to make multiple strategic hires at Senior Associate, Principal Associate and Legal Director level, ideally with 5 PQE+.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly ranked Corporate team with genuine scale, an outstanding client base, and a proven track record of internal progression.
The Opportunity
These roles sit within a high-performing national Corporate practice, with scope to tailor the caseload around your experience and interests. The team is particularly interested in lawyers with experience in:
M&A
Private Equity
Equity Capital Markets
Work is typically aligned to one of these core streams at senior levels, with the option to develop niche sector focuses depending on your background.
Client Base
The firm works with an impressive mix of major international brands and high-profile regional names. Recent and ongoing mandates across the Corporate and Private Equity teams include work for:
Leading UK and US private equity houses
Major blue-chip corporates and household brands
Significant regional and national operators across aviation, retail, leisure, property, manufacturing, technology and higher education
This is a team operating at the very top of the market, offering exposure to complex, premium transactions across a broad range of sectors.
Culture & Progression
The firm offers a sector-leading salary and benefits package, alongside flexible working. Promotion prospects are excellent, with multiple examples of senior lawyers progressing quickly - including recent internal partner promotions at mid-senior PQE levels.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity will suit Corporate lawyers with strong experience in M&A, PE or ECM who are seeking:
High-quality corporate work within a leading team
A supportive, ambitious environment with real progression
Access to a standout international and national client base
The chance to shape and grow their practice in a thriving team
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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