Job title: Corporate Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 2 Year PQE NQ Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £50,000.00
Location: Bury, UK
Job published: 2026-08-05
Job ID: 66043
Contact name: Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Contact email: lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Corporate Solicitor (NQ to 2 years)

Location: Bury (Hyrbid)

Salary: £50,000

Experience: NQ to 2 years’ PQE

 

If you’re a newly qualified Corporate Solicitor (or up to 2 years’ PQE) and you want proper exposure to quality work, real support around you, and the chance to build a long-term career in a stable team, this is a great opportunity to join a well-regarded practice.

Our client is looking to appoint a Corporate Solicitor at NQ to 2 years’ PQE level. You’ll work closely with experienced senior lawyers, with day-to-day support and supervision, and you’ll be encouraged to develop your technical confidence and client-handling skills from the outset.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Supporting on a range of corporate matters, with increasing responsibility as you develop
  • Assisting with share and asset purchases and sales
  • Helping to draft and review transaction documents and ancillary paperwork
  • Supporting on due diligence exercises and reporting
  • Assisting with corporate reorganisations and general company law matters
  • Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional, organised way
  • Managing key deadlines and progressing matters efficiently
  • Supporting marketing and business development activity where appropriate

 

What We’re Looking For

  • A qualified Solicitor (or due to qualify) with a genuine interest in corporate work
  • NQ to 2 years’ PQE experience in corporate law (training seat experience is welcomed)
  • Strong drafting skills and good attention to detail
  • A calm, organised approach and the ability to work to deadlines
  • Confident communication style and a focus on good client care
  • A team-first mindset and willingness to learn

 

What’s On Offer

  • Salary £50,000
  • iPhone
  • Auto-enrolment pension
  • 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Additional time off between Christmas and New Year
  • Parking space

 

Working Arrangements

Hyrid once settled in role, 2-3 days at home. There is no formal work from home policy, however occasional home working is not an issue.

 

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications are handled in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.