Head of National Corporate

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Top 80 law firm is seeking a Head of National Corporate to spearhead growth across the UK. The successful candidate will take responsibility for building a national Corporate team, engaging in complex corporate work and driving business development within the firm, backed by significant investment for expansion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years PQE as a Corporate Partner.

Responsibilities

• Leading and growing the Corporate presence nationally.
• Involving high-quality corporate work including M&A, PE, and Joint Ventures.
• Strategic direction of the department, recruitment, and business development.

Skills

Corporate Law

Business Development

Leadership

M&A

Private Equity

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Posted:

06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Head of National Corporate | Top 80 Law Firm | Manchester

Are you a Corporate Partner in the North-West looking to head up a team, or grow a department? This Top 80 Law firm boasts a strong commercial services operation in the North-West and is now looking to recruit a national head of Corporate to spearhead their growth across the UK.

The Firm

This Top 80 practice boasts leading expertise in commercial work and insurance services. With significant investment being made into the practice, they are looking to expand and grow their commercial services offering across corporate law, employment, real estate, commercial advisory, and more. The firm has offices all across the UK and hubs in Wales, England, Scotland, and Ireland, giving them a strong presence coupled with the ability to attract the best legal talent on offer.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity to lead a national Corporate Team at a Top 80 Law Firm.

In this role, you will be tasked with building and growing the firm's Corporate presence nationally. You will be involved in high-quality corporate work including M&A, PE, Joint Ventures, and more. The work will reflect your specialisms and daily responsibilities.

You will also play a key role in the strategic direction of the department, recruitment, and business development. The leadership team will heavily invest in this position's business plan but will also allow you to develop the department without excessive red tape.

Business plans that include bringing existing associates / senior associates are also highly encouraged.

Requirements

• You will be a Corporate Partner with 10+ years PQE