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Co-Founder @ Medlock Partners | Legal Private Practice Talent Partner

Manchester | Hybrid Working

Are you a newly qualified or junior lawyer looking to build your career in Corporate law with a forward-thinking, dynamic team?

We’re working with a growing Manchester-based firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Corporate work across the small and mid-market. The team advises ambitious businesses, investors, and management teams on a wide range of transactions, offering early exposure to clients and deals in a supportive environment.

The Opportunity

You’ll gain hands-on experience across:

• M&A transactions – from drafting initial documents to managing disclosure and due diligence.
• Private equity and investment matters – supporting management and investors on equity deals and re-organisations.
• Restructuring and finance – exposure to distressed sales, shareholder agreements, security documents and intercreditor agreements.
• Corporate governance – advising on rights, restrictions and shareholder arrangements.

This is a genuine opportunity to take responsibility from the outset – drafting, negotiating, and even leading on smaller transactions under partner guidance. You’ll also work closely with colleagues across Employment and Real Estate to deliver a joined-up service on complex deals.

About You

• Recently qualified or up to 2 years’ PQE, with some exposure to corporate work.
• Strong drafting, communication and organisational skills.
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach.
• Keen to develop your technical expertise and build long-term client relationships.

What’s on Offer

• High-quality, complex and varied deal exposure.
• Direct access to partners and clients from day one.
• Supportive mentoring and genuine progression opportunities.
• A collaborative, modern working culture with hybrid flexibility.

This is an excellent opportunity for a bright, ambitious lawyer to accelerate their corporate career in a team where you’ll be trusted with real responsibility and encouraged to grow.

Seniorities

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice and Legal Services

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