Corporate Finance Solicitor (Head of Department)

Posted 3 hours 1 minute ago by Executive Network Legal Ltd

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Staffordshire, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B19 1
Job Description
HEAD OF CORPORATE - BIRMINGHAM

Head of Corporate Partner Birmingham International Law Firm Competitive Package + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and established Corporate Partner to join the Birmingham office of a highly regarded international law firm and take the lead on the continued development of its Corporate offering.

This is a strategic appointment for a lawyer with an established profile in the Birmingham and wider regional market, together with a strong following and the commercial drive to develop and grow a team.

The Role

As Head of Corporate, you will take a leading role in shaping the firm's Corporate practice in Birmingham, working closely with the wider national and international network.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

  • Lead and develop the Birmingham Corporate team.
  • Take responsibility for the strategic growth of the practice.
  • Develop existing client relationships and generate new business.
  • Work on a broad range of high-quality corporate transactions.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the firm's national and international offices.
  • Identify opportunities for further team and practice development.
  • Play a key role in the continued growth and profile of the Birmingham office.
The Candidate

We are looking for an established Corporate Partner with a strong reputation in the Birmingham market and demonstrable business development credentials.

You will ideally have:

  • A strong track record as a Corporate Partner or senior Corporate lawyer ready to take the next step.
  • An established following and demonstrable client relationships.
  • Excellent technical Corporate experience.
  • A strong understanding of the Birmingham and wider Midlands market.
  • Proven business development and networking skills.
  • The ambition and ability to build and lead a successful team.
  • A collaborative approach and the desire to work within an international platform.
The Opportunity

This is not simply a replacement hire. The firm is looking for someone who can help shape the future of its Birmingham Corporate practice.

For the right individual, there is genuine scope to build a team, develop a significant client base and work on high-value, complex matters with the support of an established international platform.

Team moves will also be considered.

This is a confidential opportunity and an excellent time to explore what your next move could look like.