We advertise a selection of current roles across the North West, West Yorkshire and the West Midlands. We’re also regularly instructed on confidential roles that can’t always be advertised, so if you don’t see the right fit, get in touch for a discreet conversation, no CV needed to start. If it helps, tell us your practice area, location, and level, and we’ll come back to you with a clear view of what’s available.
Ref:JR/PO/0511
Private Client Associate Partner, Chester
| Chester | £65000-75000 per annum |
| Permanent Role | Private Practice |
An Associate Partner opportunity in private client in Chester, ideally for a lawyer with 7+ PQE. Established work, scope to develop the local practice, flexible working and a transparent bonus scheme.
Ref:NT10888
Family Associate Manchester 3 - 6 years PQE
| Manchester | £50000-70000 per annum |
| Permanent Role | Private Practice |
Thornton Legal is working with an established North West law firm planning to expand its Manchester family team. The firm is seeking a Family Solicitor, ideally 3-6 PQE, with experience in privately funded divorce and matrimonial finance matters. This is an opportunity to work alongside an experienced Partner and contribute to a growing practice. Recruitment is anticipated in early 2027, although strong candidates may be considered sooner. Salary dependent on experience.
Ref:JR524
Senior Property Litigation Solicitor / Legal Director / Partner
| Chester, Liverpool | £60000-80000 per annum |
| Permanent Role | Private Practice |
A standout opportunity for a senior Property Litigation lawyer in Liverpool or Chester to take a leading role in a growing practice, with high-quality existing work, major client relationships and genuine scope to shape its future. Senior Associate to Partner level considered.
Ref:JRR1907T
Family Solicitor (5+ PQE), Shrewsbury
| Shropshire | £60000-70000 per annum |
| Permanent Role | Private Practice |
Family Solicitor (5+ PQE), Shrewsbury. Competitive salary. Complex, high-value family work, direct partner access and the autonomy to manage your own caseload within a highly ranked team.
Ref:JR/A/21113
Corporate Solicitor (1-4 PQE), Chester
| Chester | £48000-58000 per annum |
| Permanent Role | Private Practice |
Corporate Solicitor (1-4 PQE), Chester. Competitive salary. Broad transactional work, strong client exposure and the opportunity to develop alongside experienced Corporate Partners.
Ref:JR/AP/2901
Private Client Partner / Senior Associate (c.8+ PQE)
| Shropshire | £90000-110000 per annum |
| Permanent Role | Private Practice |
Private Client Partner / Senior Associate (c.8+ PQE), Shrewsbury. Competitive package. Senior role with autonomy, local market influence and partnership potential within an established private client team.
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