Napthens LLP

Napthens LLP's AfterAthena brand in Liverpool is seeking a standout Lead Employment Lawyer to run the local employment law practice with autonomy and influence. This hybrid role blends legal expertise, consultancy, and innovation, powered by tech, to redefine how support is delivered. You'll lead employment law across Liverpool, advise on complex ER matters and strategy, shape policies, and help grow AfterAthena in the region, partnering with clients and colleagues to build healthier workplaces.

Corporate Lawyer (5-year PQE+) Corporate Solicitor East Lancashire (Blackburn) Hybrid work across offices Market-Leading Deal Flow Work with the North West's Leading Dealmakers 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 We're looking to add an experienced Corporate Lawyer to our Lancashire team. You'll gain exposure to: A strong pipeline of mid-market and SME transactions Owner-managed businesses, SME and large corporates, and private equity-backed clients Meaningful involvement across the full deal lifecycle in a supportive environment supervised by some of the regions leading dealmakers 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: Experienced, hands-on lawyers leading transactions Focus on pragmatic, efficient deal execution Real emphasis on client relationships and repeat work 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? Number 1 for deal volume in the Northwest Consistent, high-quality deal flow Opportunity to work closely with recognised market leaders Early responsibility and client exposure A collaborative team with a clear path for progression 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: High-quality M&A, restructuring and PE work Greater responsibility Exposure to leading lawyers and clients We'd welcome a conversation.

Napthens LLP in East Lancashire (Blackburn) seeks an experienced Corporate Lawyer (5-year PQE+) to join our Lancashire team and contribute to high quality M&A, restructuring and PE work. You'll gain exposure to a strong pipeline of mid market and SME transactions, owner managed businesses, SME and larger corporates, and PE backed clients, with meaningful involvement across the full deal lifecycle in a supportive environment supervised by some of the region's leading dealmakers.

Lead Employment Lawyer - Liverpool AfterAthena (Napthens Group) Let's be honest. You didn't become an employment lawyer to spend your days stuck in reactive, last-minute firefighting. What if you could: Shape strategy, not just fix problems Build something meaningful from the ground up Work with businesses that actually want to do things right Welcome to AfterAthena. The Opportunity We're looking for a standout employment lawyer to take the lead in Liverpool - someone who enjoys autonomy, influence, and the chance to redefine how employment law support is delivered. This isn't a traditional law firm role. It's a hybrid of legal expertise, consultancy, and innovation, powered by tech. Why this is different At AfterAthena, you'll: Combine legal expertise with cutting-edge AI tools Provide proactive, strategic advice (not just reacting to crises) Help businesses build healthier, stronger workplaces Work alongside HR, H&S and legal specialists in a truly collaborative team You'll also leverage our app-based platform-giving clients instant access to insights, templates, updates, and you when it matters most. What you'll be doing Leading employment law support across the Liverpool market Advising on complex ER matters, tribunals, and strategy Helping clients stay compliant (and ahead of the curve) Shaping policies, processes and best practice Playing a key role in growing AfterAthena in the region What we are looking for Senior employment lawyer (ideally 6+ PQE, but we'll flex for the right person) Someone commercially minded who enjoys client relationships A natural problem-solver who thrives on variety A builder - someone who wants to create, not just maintain Why Liverpool? Because it's a city that backs ambition and so do our people already working in Napthens Liverpool. And this is your chance to lead something exciting within it - with the backing of Napthens LLP behind you. Final thought You've already proven you can do the job. Now's your chance to do it differently - with more freedom, more creativity, and more impact. AfterAthena - Part of the Napthens Group Where legal expertise meets human connection.