As part of our growth plans and to meet increased client demand, we are looking to recruit a motivated and ambitious corporate lawyer who is looking to take on a more hands on approach to work with our busy corporate team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to join an expanding team and gain hands-on experience at an early stage of your career on a wide range of corporate matters, with a focus on M&amp;A. &nbsp;The firm boasts an impressive range of clients including private investors, SMEs and larger corporate and international businesses.<br id="isPasted"><br>You will be a valued member of the team and will be involved in working closely with the senior team and assisting with the supervision of the junior members of our team. Your role will be client-facing and you will be supported in getting involved in practice development initiatives for the firm.&nbsp;<br><br>Leonard Curtis Legal is an alternative business structure that is part of Leonard Curtis, a market leading professional services provider operating across the UK and Channel Islands. Our team of specialist lawyers deliver high quality, commercial and pragmatic legal advice to our clients. &nbsp;Although we work closely with the wider group, this role will be focused solely on assisting our corporate team in providing services to our external client base throughout the UK.&nbsp;<br><br>We have built an environment that empowers you to express yourself – to have confidence in who you are and what you are capable of and to develop the career you want. &nbsp;We seek talented, ambitious and entrepreneurial lawyers who are interested in developing their careers with our support. &nbsp;<br><br>The corporate team at Leonard Curtis Legal has been recognised for its expertise in corporate transactions and restructuring, having been shortlisted for the Regional Legal Team of the Year (2025 North West Rainmaker Awards) and the firm was also shortlisted for Mid-Size Law Firm of the Year at the 2025 Insider North West Dealmaker Awards. &nbsp;<br><br>Leonard Curtis Legal is ranked in Chambers &amp; Partners 2026 in the SME category.&nbsp;<br><br>The successful candidate will be provided with a salary and package commensurate with their experience. &nbsp;<br><br><br>

<ul><li>3-5 years experience working in a corporate department</li><li>Demonstrable experience across all aspects of corporate law, particularly M&amp;A transactions and corporate restructures and demergers.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills&nbsp;</li><li>Strong technical, drafting and negotiations skills&nbsp;</li><li>Good client care skills&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in supervising junior lawyers, trainees and paralegals&nbsp;</li><li>Proactive attitude, team focused with an ability to work independently</li><li>Commitment to high standards of service, professionalism and ethical conduct </li></ul><br><br>

<ul><li>Assist senior fee earners on large transactions and complex corporate reorganisation</li><li>Work collaboratively as part of the wider corporate team on client matters</li><li>Take ownership of discrete corporate matters with appropriate supervision</li><li>Support and mentor junior team members, contributing to their development</li><li>Ensure junior team members have clear career development plans in place</li><li>Actively contribute to business development and marketing activities</li><li>Engage in client-facing work and build strong client relationships</li></ul>

<ul><li>Salary aligned with your skills and expertise</li><li>25 days holiday allowance plus statutory public holidays</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>A clear progression route to further your career</li><li>Flexible benefit and well-being schemes</li><li>Birthday leave</li><li>2 giving back days per year. We encourage our team to support the wider community by providing paid leave to work with local charities or good causes</li><li>A hard working, fun and professional working environment</li><li>Enhanced family friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity pay</li><li>36.25 hour working week</li></ul><br>Leonard Curtis is a market leading professional services provider operating across the UK and offshore. Since our formation we’ve supported business owners and advisors by listening and offering practical solutions and tailored advice. Our expert team of specialists deliver positive strategic advice across restructuring and insolvency, funding, legal, business services and M&amp;A advisory across 30 offices. A career with Leonard Curtis will open the door to varied career pathways.<br>​<br>We have built an environment that empowers you to express yourself to have confidence in who you are and what you’re capable of and develop the career you want.<br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Learning and Development<br></strong><br>Leonard Curtis has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules to external training and qualifications.<br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Diversity and Inclusion<br></strong><br>Diversity is a core business imperative of the Group. We are an equal opportunities employer which promotes inclusiveness and always employ the best professional for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows the Group to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports our business’s growth and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.