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Corporate Legal DirectorMichael Page Legal • Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK
Corporate Legal Director

Corporate Legal Director

Michael Page Legal • Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Legal Director to join a highly regarded corporate team in Leeds. Working on complex, high value transactions, you will take a role in major deals, mentor junior lawyers and support the continued growth of a nationally recognised practice.

Client Details

Our client is an award winning commercial law firm with a strong national reputation for advising large businesses, financial institutions and investors. The firm continues to invest heavily in its people, technology and long term strategy. Its great culture, excellent staff engagement and commitment to career development have earned industry recognition, making it an outstanding place for lawyers looking to take the next step in their career. The firm offers exposure to premium quality work.

Description

The Corporate Legal Director will be:

  • Working on complex corporate transactions from instruction through to completion.
  • Advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, corporate reorganisations and public takeovers.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with a broad portfolio of clients.
  • Taking responsibility for managing matters efficiently while delivering exceptional client service.
  • Mentoring junior members of the corporate team.
  • Working with partners on business development initiatives and networking activities.
  • Identifying opportunities to grow existing client relationships.
  • Working closely with colleagues across the wider firm on multidisciplinary matters.
  • Playing a key role in the continued success and growth of the corporate practice

Profile

The Corporate Legal Director should be:

  • A solicitor with at least 8 years PQE in corporate law.
  • Experienced in mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions and corporate reorganisations.
  • Managing complex, high value transactions with minimal supervision.
  • An accomplished relationship builder with excellent client management skills.
  • Experienced in supervising and developing junior lawyers.
  • Commercially minded with strong business development experience.
  • An excellent communicator with outstanding drafting and negotiation skills.
  • Looking to progress within a large, highly respected corporate team.

Job Offer

  • Salary: £100,000 to £115,000 plus bonus
  • 26 days of holiday leave.
  • 5% pension contribution.
  • Health care benefits.
  • Bonus of up to 30%.
  • Hybrid working arrangements.

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