Supporting careers and growing teams in Corporate and Commercial Law – across the UK
Corporate and commercial law is fast-paced, high-stakes, and ever evolving – and at Clayton Legal, we understand exactly what’s required to thrive in this space. From M&A activity and shareholder agreements to complex contractual negotiations and cross-border matters, we help professionals at all levels navigate their next career move, as well as support firms in building agile, high-performing teams.
We work with a wide range of law firms, from regional practices and boutiques to Top 200 and Legal 500 firms, helping them identify lawyers with the commercial acumen, sector knowledge, and technical precision needed to drive deals forward and manage risk effectively.
Whether you’re hiring for growth, succession planning, or strategic expertise, our consultative approach ensures we deliver candidates who are the right fit in both skillset and outlook.
Typical Roles We Recruit For:
- Corporate Solicitor (all PQE levels)
- Commercial Contracts Lawyer
- M&A and Private Equity Specialist
- Corporate Finance Solicitor
- Commercial Associate / Partner
- Legal Executive (Corporate / Commercial)
- Paralegal and Legal Assistant (Corporate / Commercial)
Our Regional Focus
We recruit nationwide, with key demand across:
- North West: particularly Greater Manchester, Merseyside, and Cheshire
- North East: including Newcastle upon Tyne, Durham and Sunderland
- Yorkshire: including Leeds, Sheffield, and surrounding areas
- Midlands: across Birmingham, Nottingham, and Leicester
- London: including the City, surrounding boroughs, and Home Counties