Senior Commercial Lawyer - Head of Department

Michael Page (UK); West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join a Legal 500 rated practice in the West Midlands. With no need for a client following, you will take charge of a variety of Commercial matters, working with SMEs and OMBs. The role provides autonomy and responsibility, allowing you to shape the department's future while benefiting from an excellent culture and hybrid working model. Partnership prospects await those who can drive the department forward. If you're ready to make an impact in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Commercial Law with a varied background is essential.
• At least 5 years PQE is preferred, but all levels will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Commercial matters and manage client queries and projects.
• Develop the department and recruit new team members as needed.

Skills

Commercial Law

Client Management

Negotiation

Due Diligence

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5y PQE)

Job description

• This is an opportunity to join a Legal 500 rated West Midlands law firm
• Great progression prospects and no need for a client following

About Our Client

A Legal 500 rated West Midlands practice.

Job Description

Are you an experienced Commercial Lawyer looking for a role with plenty of responsibility and autonomy? Perhaps you are an in-house solicitor who has been considering a move to or back to private practice?

This is an opportunity with a leading regional law firm to take the lead on Commercial matters. There is an existing client base and lots of internal referrals from other departments.

The firm is looking for an experienced generalist Commercial Lawyer who can take the reins and help develop the department. There is no need for a client following - the work is there - so this could suit an experienced in-house lawyer looking to transition into a private practice role.

The work is generally for SMEs and OMBs and would cover the full range of Commercial queries and projects - from small contracts through to larger scale work. The firm has an excellent Corporate department, so there is a lot of work stemming from that team including due diligence on M&A deals.

The firm is looking to grow the department, so there will be the opportunity to recruit and grow the team.

There are Partnership prospects available in the mid to long term for a Solicitor who can come in and really push the department forward.

There is an excellent culture within the firm, and they work in a hybrid manner.

The Successful Applicant

This is likely to suit an experienced in-house or private practice Commercial Solicitor. You will need to have a varied Commercial background and be able to pick up all things Commercial within the firm. The firm is open on the level of experience but it's likely that you will need at least 5y PQE. Our client will consider Solicitors at all levels.

What's on Offer

A senior position within a leading regional firm.