Head of National Corporate

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Top 80 Law Firm in the UK is seeking a Head of National Corporate to lead its corporate practice. This role involves building a national corporate team, managing high-quality corporate work, and driving strategic growth within the department. The firm offers the opportunity to shape the business while receiving significant investment in your plans.

Qualifications

• You will be a Corporate Partner with 10+ years PQE.
• Strong background in corporate law and M&A is required.
• Experience in leadership and business development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and build the national Corporate Team.
• Handle hands-on corporate work including M&A, PE, and Joint Ventures.
• Guide strategic direction and recruitment for the department.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Corporate Law

Mergers and Acquisitions

Private Equity

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Head of National Corporate, Warrington, Cheshire

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

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 & 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 in a position to deal with a high-quality level of hands-on corporate work, including M&A, PE, Joint Ventures, and more. The work will reflect your specialisms on a day-to-day basis.

You will also have a strong hand in the strategic direction of the department, recruitment, and business development. The leadership team at this practice will invest heavily in the business plan for this position but will also allow you to grow and develop the department without excessive interference.

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

Requirements

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