Legal Director – Corporate (Senior Solicitor)

A rare opportunity for a talented corporate lawyer to join a highly respected boutique firm renowned for its work with HNWIs, entrepreneurs and family offices. You will handle a broad mix of high‑quality transactional and commercial work within a collaborative, well‑regarded team.

Client Details

Our client is a leading London firm with an exceptional reputation for its private client, family and corporate work. Known for its long history, high‑profile client base and outstanding standards, the firm offers a unique blend of tradition, prestige and modern, commercial legal advice.

Description

You will work on a broad range of corporate matters, including:

• Leading and supporting on strategic transactions such as share and business sales and purchases, joint ventures, reorganisations, shareholder agreements, investment agreements and fundraisings
• Handling a mix of corporate and commercial work arising from the firm’s close relationships with HNWIs, entrepreneurs and family offices
• Playing an active role in the team’s ongoing growth and business development efforts
• Working closely within a supportive, close‑knit team while also handling matters independently when appropriate

Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5-8 years PQE (flexible for the right individual)
• Experience gained in a well‑regarded corporate practice
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage a wide variety of clients and matters
• An interest in business development and ideally some early‑stage contacts or a developing following
• Experience working with HNWIs or family offices (helpful but not essential)

Personal Skills

• Excellent communication and people skills
• Strong drafting and negotiation ability
• Ability to prioritise, work under pressure and meet deadlines
• A collaborative mindset and comfort working in a flat team structure
• High attention to detail and a strong academic background

Job Offer

• High‑quality, often high‑profile corporate matters within a respected boutique practice
• A supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for business development and client ownership

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