Head of Corporate (re-location opportunity), Manchester
Client: REALM RECRUIT
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 19e49418d381
Job Views: 7
Posted: 14.07.2025
Expiry Date: 28.08.2025
Job Description:
Apply now to escape the high-pressure corporate grind and take the lead on building something new. This senior strategic role offers a clear route to Board-level progression, with a slower pace of life without compromising on quality or ambition.
If you’re a senior corporate solicitor or partner currently in a big city practice, this role provides a rare opportunity to shape a department, lead a firm, and enjoy a better work-life balance. Join a Legal 500 firm known for its reputation and committed leadership, with a strong corporate base and expansion plans.
You will support and supervise a junior team member, and within 12 months, be on track to become Head of Corporate and sit on the Board. The role is part of the firm’s succession planning, offering a platform to make your mark while living in York, Harrogate, or Leeds—ideal for those seeking a greener, more affordable lifestyle.
Who we’re looking for
* 8+ PQE corporate solicitor or junior partner
* Experience managing a transactional caseload, including M&A
* Strong business development skills and commercial awareness
* Leadership and supervisory abilities
* Background in a regional or national firm
* Willingness to relocate or commute to Harrogate, York, or Leeds
Salary & benefits
* £90,000–£95,000 depending on experience
* Profit share bonus (~10% of billings above target)
* Five weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays (increases with service)
* Buy/sell holiday scheme
* 3% employer pension contribution (post-qualifying period)
* Westfield Health cash plan and wellbeing platform
* Life assurance (4x salary), free Will, legal fee discounts
* Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loan
* Hybrid working, flexible hours, and time-banking (up to one day per quarter)
* Monthly socials and firm updates
Contact Duane Cormell
If you’re a senior corporate lawyer or partner seeking a leadership role in a supportive environment, contact Duane Cormell at [email] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.
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