Head of Corporate & Commercial – Partner Level
Location: Peterborough
Position: Head of Department / Partner
Hours: Full-time (flexible or hybrid arrangements available)
An established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate & Commercial Partner to lead and grow their department in the Peterborough office. This is a senior strategic role, best suited to an accomplished lawyer with strong technical ability, a proven track record in business development, and the ambition to drive a department forward.
The Role
As Head of Corporate & Commercial, you will take responsibility for developing the team, managing key client relationships and overseeing a high-quality caseload. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Partner or Senior Associate stepping into partnership to shape a department with full autonomy and genuine growth potential.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, develop and manage the Corporate & Commercial team.
* Handle a diverse caseload including:
* Share and asset sales and purchases
* Mergers, acquisitions, restructuring and corporate governance
* Shareholder agreements, partnership agreements and joint ventures
* Commercial contracts, terms & conditions, service agreements and supply agreements
* Business sales and purchases for SMEs and owner-managed businesses
* Provide commercial and strategic advice to established clients and growing businesses.
* Drive business development initiatives, expand relationships and generate new work.
* Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, ensuring high standards of work and compliance.
* Support the wider firm’s strategic goals and contribute to management-level decision-making.
What We’re Looking For
* 8+ years’ PQE in corporate and/or commercial law.
* Strong technical background across company law, commercial contracts and transactional work.
* Proven business development capability and ability to attract and retain clients.
* Experience supervising or leading a legal team.
* Confident, commercially minded and committed to delivering an excellent client service.
* Ambition to lead and grow a reputable department within a supportive regional firm.
What’s on Offer
* Partner or Head of Department title, depending on experience.
* Competitive salary with additional partnership benefits.
* Flexible or hybrid working options.
* Opportunity to shape a growing department with full strategic input.
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