Senior Appointment - Take the lead in Manchester
Senior Corporate Lawyer / Senior Corporate Solicitor / Legal Director / Partner
Manchester office and hybrid work across the region
Salary + Bonus package to attract a leader
If you’re a corporate lawyer in the Northwest, you’ll know not all deal flow is equal.
Some teams talk about transactions. Others deliver them.
Napthens has been recognised as the most active legal adviser in the Northwest (Experian Market IQ, 2025) — completing 54 transactions in a year where the region saw 930 deals worth over £11bn.
We are firmly at the centre of the region’s M&A market—and continuing to grow.
The Opportunity
Take the lead in Manchester, build your own team and leverage our existing reputation in the northwest market.
You’ll gain exposure to:
Work Directly with Leading Figures
Our Corporate team are known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice and for building integrated relationships with intermediaries and clients to drive successful outcomes. This is a great genuine opportunity to learn from and work alongside one of the most respected corporate law teams in the region, gaining exposure that will accelerate your development.
Our Approach
Our team has been built with intent:
As Head of Corporate Keith Melling puts it:
“We’ve focused on pragmatic execution—helping clients get deals over the line in fast-moving conditions.”
Why Napthens?
Why Now?
The market is regaining momentum, and Napthens is expanding and continue to experience high deal flow.
We’re already leading the way—this is your chance to be part of a team that is shaping the market, not following it.
Interested?
If you’re looking for:
We’d welcome a conversation.
Reach out to Daniel via WhatsApp, SMS, or phone for a confidential chat on 07425 797 217.
NB* Agencies. Only CVs from agencies who have been instructed to work with us will be accepted. Do not send speculative CVs. Thank you.
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