Corporate And Commercial Partner

Simpson Judge; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Nottingham is seeking a Head of Corporate & Commercial to lead their teams and manage a high-quality caseload. Ideal candidates are Corporate or Commercial Partners ready to advance their careers. This role will involve strategic performance management, client relationship development, and overseeing workflows in both areas. The firm offers excellent benefits including healthcare, enhanced pension, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension with 5% match

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• Corporate/Commercial Partner or Senior Associate ready for partnership.
• Proven track record in business development.
• Strong leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Corporate & Commercial department.
• Maintain and grow a high-quality caseload.
• Drive team strategy and performance.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships.
• Provide disciplined oversight across workflows.

Skills

Strong technical ability across Corporate and Commercial disciplines

Confident leadership style

Proven business development and client management track record

Ability to inspire and manage a high-performing team

Job description

Head of Corporate & Commercial - Nottingham

Ideal for a Corporate/Commercial Partner ready to step up

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Corporate or Commercial Partner to take the next step as Head of Corporate & Commercial at a respected, progressive firm in Nottingham.

This is a key leadership role, combining high-quality client work with responsibility for managing and developing both the Corporate and Commercial teams. You'll need strong discipline and capability across both areas to lead effectively and drive performance.

The Role

• Lead and develop the Corporate & Commercial department
• Maintain and grow a high-quality caseload (M&A, shareholder agreements, commercial contracts, business advisory work)
• Drive team strategy, performance, and business development
• Build and nurture strong client relationships
• Provide disciplined oversight across both Corporate and Commercial workflows

What We're Looking For

• Corporate/Commercial Partner (or Senior Associate ready for partnership)
• Strong technical ability across both disciplines
• Confident, disciplined leadership style
• Proven BD and client management track record
• Ability to inspire and manage a high-performing team

What's on Offer - Excellent Benefits

• 25 days holiday + all UK bank holidays + birthday
• Option to buy up to 5 extra days
• Private healthcare + free family cashback plan
• Enhanced pension (5% matched) & 4× salary life assurance
• Enhanced maternity pay & bereavement support
• Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Days
• Cycle to Work, EV scheme, Tech & Home scheme
• Free financial advice & discounted legal fees
• Paid volunteer days & quarterly socials

Interested?

If you're ready for a genuine step up and the chance to shape a high-performing Corporate & Commercial department, we'd love to hear from you