Average Corporate Lawyer salary in the UK

In-House Corporate Lawyer (4+ PQE) – Private Equity & M&A Brighton | High-Growth Investment EnvironmentA dynamic and expanding private equity firm in Brighton is looking to appoint an ambitious Corporate Lawyer to join its in-house legal team. This opportunity is for a Lawyer with experience levels from circa 4+ PQE who are seeking a more commercially embedded role.This is a standout in-house position offering genuine exposure to the full private equity lifecycle. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and deal teams on high-quality transactions, playing a key role in shaping and executing investments.The RoleYou will be at the heart of transactional activity, advising on:Buy-side and sell-side M&A transactionsPrivate equity investments and exitsDrafting and negotiating key documentation (including SPAs, investment agreements and NDAs)Managing and coordinating due diligence processesProviding ongoing corporate and strategic advice to portfolio companiesDepending on your level of experience, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of transactions and act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership.About YouUK-qualified Solicitor with strong corporate experience (private practice or in-house)Ideally a background in M&A, with exposure to private equity or complex transactions highly advantageousCommercially minded, pragmatic and confident working closely with non-legal stakeholdersFor more senior candidates, a desire to step into a broader, business-facing role with real influenceWhat’s on Offer?High-quality, high-value deal exposure from day oneA genuinely collaborative and commercially driven in-house cultureClear scope for progression and increased responsibilityVery competitive salary and bonus packageBrighton-based role offering an excellent lifestyle balanceThis is an exceptional opportunity for corporate Lawyers who want to move beyond pure legal execution and become integral to deal-making in a fast-paced private equity environment.How to Apply:Online: Apply with your updated CV via the provided linkContact: For immediate consideration, contact Robert Rowland at G2 LegalWe look forward to hearing from you.#INDMALS

An established regional law firm is looking for an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join its growing Greater Manchester team on a permanent, part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to undertake quality corporate work in a supportive and ambitious environment, while benefiting from genuine flexibility.Client DetailsOur client is an established and ambitious regional law firm with a strong presence in the North West. The firm places its people at the heart of the business and promotes a supportive, entrepreneurial culture focused on teamwork, continual improvement and delivering an excellent client experience.The firm actively supports learning and development, progression and flexible working, while maintaining a sociable culture where success and hard work are recognised. Its careers proposition specifically highlights flexible working, hybrid working, progression opportunities and tailored benefits.DescriptionThe Corporate Lawyer will be:Managing a varied caseload of corporate matters for a broad client base.Advising clients on transactions including acquisitions, disposals and wider corporate matters.Drafting, reviewing and negotiating corporate documentation.Building strong relationships with clients and providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice.Supporting the continued growth and development of the wider corporate team.ProfileThe Corporate Lawyer should be:A solicitor or equivalent with approximately 5+ years' PQE in corporate law.Experienced in handling corporate transactions with a good level of autonomy.Commercially minded and able to provide clear, practical advice to clients.A confident communicator with strong client relationship skills.Looking for a permanent, part-time opportunity within a collaborative regional practice.Job OfferThis is a particularly attractive opportunity for an experienced corporate lawyer looking to combine high-quality work with greater flexibility. The firm promotes flexible and hybrid working alongside progression opportunities, learning and development support and tailored benefits. It describes its working environment as supportive, entrepreneurial and ambitious, with employees encouraged to develop their skills and realise their potential.

CORPORATE LAWYER (PARTNER HIRE), LIVERPOOL - An excellent opportunity for an established Corporate Partner to join a leading international law firm and play a key role in the continued growth of its Liverpool practice.A highly regarded international law firm is looking to recruit an ambitious and well-connected Corporate Partner to join its Liverpool office.This is an exciting opportunity for a Corporate Partner with an established profile across Liverpool and the wider North West market, a strong client following and the ambition to develop their practice within an international platform. Team moves will also be considered.The RoleWork on a broad range of high-quality corporate transactions.Develop existing client relationships and generate new business.Play a key role in the continued growth and profile of the Liverpool office.Collaborate with colleagues across the firm's national and international network.Identify opportunities to grow the Corporate practice and develop the wider team.Build on the firm's existing client base and market presence.The CandidateYou will be an established Corporate Partner, or a senior Corporate lawyer ready to take the next step, with a strong reputation in the Liverpool and wider North West market.You will have:Strong technical Corporate experience.An excellent network of contacts across the regional market.Demonstrable business development credentials.A proven ability to develop client relationships and generate new business.The ambition and commercial drive to grow your practice.A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within an international law firm.An established client following would be advantageous.The OpportunityThis is a genuine growth opportunity rather than simply a replacement hire. The firm is looking for a Corporate Partner who can help shape the future of its Liverpool practice, with the platform and support to develop a significant client base and work on high-value, complex transactions.A competitive package and excellent benefits are on offer.To apply, contact Melanie Daly at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary levels purely as a guide.At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever their ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.