Corporate Partner / Legal Director

Michael Page (UK); Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate law firm in Liverpool is seeking a Corporate Partner / Legal Director to lead their team. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of corporate experience, strong business development skills, and a willingness to collaborate in a dynamic, tech-savvy environment. The role offers a competitive salary, team-building opportunities, and the chance to develop professionally in a forward-thinking firm with growth potential.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus potential

Leadership opportunity with team-building scope

Professional development in a fast-growing firm

Hybrid working and strong work-life balance

Collegiate culture

Qualifications

• Solicitor with 7-12+ years' corporate PQE.
• Experienced in M&A, corporate reorganisations, and JVs.
• Comfortable leading client relationships and team growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the Liverpool corporate team.
• Advise on domestic & cross-border M&A and JVs.
• Ensure top-tier client service and deal execution excellence.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

M&A Experience

Corporate Reorganisations

Team Leadership

Education

Solicitor or Equivalent

Job description

• Lead and grow a high‑performing corporate practice
• Work in a vibrant Liverpool hub with top-tier clients

About Our Client

An award-winning, specialist corpoarte law firm with a strong North West presence. Ranked in the Legal 500 as a leading firm in the region. Staff descrive a tight-knit, dynamic team environment delivering high-value deals.

Job Description

The Corporate Partner / Legal Director will be:

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  Leading and expanding the Liverpool corporate team
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  Business developing, leveraging an existing network
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  Advising on domestic & cross‑border M&A, reorganisations, JVs
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  Ensuring top‑tier client service and deal execution excellence
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  Collaborating with senior partners to shape strategy and growth plans

The Successful Applicant

The Corporate Partner / Legal Director should be:

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  A solicitor or equivalent with 7-12+ years' corporate PQE
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  Experienced in M&A, corporate reorganisations, JVs
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  Comfortable leading client relationships and team growth
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  Adept at business development with a strong regional network
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  Able to collaborate in a progressive, tech‑savvy law firm

What's on Offer

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  Competitive salary plus bonus potential
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  Genuine leadership opportunity with team‑building scope
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  Professional development in a fast‑growing, GenAI‑enabled firm
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  Hybrid working, strong work‑life balance, and collegiate culture
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  Be part of a forward‑thinking employer with clear growth strategy

If you're an experienced Corporate Partner / Legal Director, apply now or contact Lucy Martin for more information.