Corporate Solicitor / Partner – Up to £250,000 + Bonus + Benefits – London
This opportunity offers an experienced corporate solicitor the platform to develop their profile within the London market as a genuinely market-facing hire, with the autonomy and support to generate and win new business.
As a Corporate Solicitor / Partner, you will play a key role in driving the firm’s growth in London, taking a proactive approach to building relationships, developing workstreams, and enhancing the firm’s presence in the market.
For the right individual, there is a clear and accelerated pathway to equity, aligned to your ability to win and lead work while helping shape the future of the London 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 and international client base
* Handling high-value and complex transactions from instruction through to completion
* Working closely with partners and colleagues across the firm’s national platform
* Driving business development activity, networking, client targeting, and pipeline generation
* Playing a leading role in strengthening the firm’s presence in the London market
* Contributing to the continued growth and strategic direction of the London corporate practice
The Candidate
* Senior Corporate Solicitor or Partner with experience across a range of corporate matters
* Proven or emerging track record in business development and winning work
* Strong commercial awareness with a clear appetite for building a client base
* Trained within a reputable City, national, or leading regional law firm
* Ambitious, driven, and motivated to progress to equity
* Confident in building long-term client relationships and developing market presence
The Benefits & How to Apply
* Competitive basic salary up to £250,000 (depending on experience)
* Market-leading bonus structure (25%+)
* Hybrid and flexible working
* 33 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
* Private medical and dental insurance
* Life assurance and death in service cover
* Enhanced pension contributions
Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.
Contact: Declan Young, Retained Consultant
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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.