Senior Corporate Solicitor

Step into a strategic leadership role with a clear path to board-level progressionShape the future of a Legal 500 corporate team with an existing flow of quality workTop-end salary, generous bonus potential and real lifestyle balanceA highly respected Yorkshire law firm is looking for an experienced Corporate Solicitor to join its corporate and commercial team as part of a strategic succession plan. You’ll initially join the firm’s management team as an Associate Director with a view to progressing to the Board and becoming Head of Corporate in the near future.

This is a unique opportunity to take over from a long-serving figure within the firm and steady the ship before leading the next stage of growth. There is a strong foundation of work already in place, including legacy clients in the tech sector, and the wider firm’s leadership is highly supportive of growth and investment in the corporate offering.

You’ll enjoy a friendly and professional culture that strikes a rare balance—offering the ambition and quality of a city-centre firm with the flexibility and humanity of a regional practice.

Who we’re looking for5–8 PQE+ with experience across MandA and corporate advisory mattersBackground in a mid-sized or full-service firm preferredStrong business development credentials and desire to grow a departmentAble to supervise junior team members and operate with autonomyBased within reach of Harrogate, York or LeedsSalary and benefits£90,000–£95,000 depending on experienceProfit share bonus (up to 10% of billings above target, more for those with a following)Five weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)Holiday purchase scheme (up to one working week)Optional company pension (3% employer contribution)Westfield Health cash plan and Champion Health wellbeing platformLife cover (4x salary after qualifying period)Professional study supportCycle to Work scheme and season ticket loanFree Will service and discounted legal fees for staff and familyFlexible working with hybrid model and time-banking (up to a day per quarter)Monthly socials and open financial performance reportingContact Duane Cormell

If you’re a corporate solicitor ready to lead a department and shape a firm’s future, contact Duane Cormell at duane@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential ..... full job details .....