Location: Sheffield (with national team collaboration)
Experience required: 7+ Years PQE
Join an award-winning Corporate team at one of the UK's leading full-service law firms, with an opportunity to drive strategic growth and lead a dynamic Sheffield practice.
Our client, a nationally recognised law firm with 13 UK offices and over 1,000 colleagues, is seeking an ambitious Corporate lawyer to join their Sheffield team as a Director or Partner. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a high-performing team of over 70 corporate lawyers, working with clients ranging from entrepreneurs and SMEs to financial institutions and FTSE 100 companies.
If you're an experienced corporate lawyer with 7+ years' PQE, a track record of business development, and a vision for driving team growth, this could be your perfect career-defining move.
About the Role
As a Corporate Director or Partner, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the Sheffield Corporate team, contributing to our client's strategic growth while maintaining a high-quality legal practice. You'll work alongside respected leaders who are recognized in the Legal 500 (2025 edition).
Your responsibilities will include:
* Leading and developing the Sheffield Corporate team
* Driving strategic growth and business development
* Managing a complex corporate law practice across diverse sectors
* Handling mergers and acquisitions, shareholders' agreements, and corporate restructurings
* Developing joint ventures and private equity transactions
* Nurturing and developing junior talent within the team
* Building and maintaining relationships with high-profile clients
* Contributing to the firm's national corporate strategy
* Seamless collaboration across 13 UK office locations
* Representing the firm at industry events and networking opportunities
This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of a leading corporate law practice while working with a diverse and inclusive team of over 1,000 professionals.
What We're Looking For
* Qualified Solicitor with minimum 7 years' PQE in corporate law
* Proven track record of business development and client relationship management
* Strong experience in mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and private equity
* Ability to lead and develop a high-performing legal team
* Entrepreneurial mindset with a clear vision for team growth
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaborative working
* Proven ability to work across multiple sectors and client types
* Strategic thinking and commercial awareness
* Existing client following or strong professional network
* Experience in tech, manufacturing, or engineering sectors
* Track record of developing junior lawyers
* National or international business development experience
* Expertise in university spin‑outs or high-growth businesses
Exceptional Benefits Package
Our client offers an outstanding partnership opportunity with comprehensive benefits:
* Competitive base salary (£120,000‑£250,000 dependent on experience and performance)
* Profit‑sharing and partnership benefits
* Performance‑related bonuses
* Life and income protection
Professional Development
* Clear progression pathways
* Mentoring and coaching programmes
* Access to cutting‑edge legal technologies
* Continuous professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Hybrid working options
* Generous annual leave
* Family‑friendly policies
Culture & Recognition
* Part of a Legal Business Awards Law Firm of the Year
* Working Families Top 30 Employer
* Diverse and inclusive team culture
* Employee recognition programmes
* Regular team‑building and social events
Location & Working Arrangements
Based: Sheffield office (with national team collaboration)
Working Pattern: Full‑time partnership track
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements
National Reach: Collaboration across 13 UK offices
About Our Client
Our client is one of the UK's largest full‑service law firms, with 13 offices nationwide and over 1,000 colleagues. They have built an award‑winning reputation on solid foundations of integrity, entrepreneurialism, and expertise.
The firm's core values centre on ambition, recognition, and collaboration. They are committed to individual progression, employee wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and collaborative working.
The Sheffield Corporate team is led by experienced partners recognised in the Legal 500 (2025 edition) for Corporate and Commercial Law, with significant experience across company acquisitions and disposals, fund‑raises, and restructurings. The team works with a wide portfolio of clients, from high‑growth university spin‑outs to multi‑nationals, across sectors including manufacturing, engineering, and tech.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're an experienced corporate lawyer looking to lead a high‑performing team and drive strategic growth, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting partnership opportunity, please contact:
Lee Hawthorne‑Finch
0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne‑finch@h-fts.com
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