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Commercial Legal Director / Partner

Reed
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0HS, England

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The firm is seeking a Commercial Legal Director/Partner for their Corporate and Commercial department located in Hampshire.
  • The salary for this full-time position ranges from £80k to £100k, depending on experience, along with a generous fee earner bonus.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of relevant post-qualification experience in commercial law, preferably from a Legal 500 or Chambers-ranked firm.
  • The role involves advising major brands on commercial law matters, mentoring junior team members, and developing business opportunities.
  • Benefits include a comprehensive package with hybrid working options, free car parking, and 25 days of holiday plus additional perks.

Commercial Legal Director/Partner

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Hampshire
  • Salary: £80k–£100k (based on experience) + Generous Fee Earner bonus

Join our award-winning Corporate and Commercial department as a Commercial Legal Director/Partner. Our department, listed in the Legal 500, is central to the firm's ambitious growth plans. We are seeking a seasoned commercial law expert with a strong track record in business development and client generation.

Day-to-Day of the Role:

  • Advise household brand names and owner-managed businesses on a full spectrum of commercial law matters, including contract drafting, outsourcing agreements, and cross-border projects in highly regulated sectors.
  • Collaborate with leading law firms and prestigious in-house legal teams, with a focus on software, manufacturing, technology, and financial services.
  • Mentor and develop junior team members, leveraging technology, including AI, to provide efficient, cost-effective solutions to clients.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Expertise in commercial law, gained at a Legal 500/Chambers-ranked firm or equivalent in-house legal team.
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant post-qualification experience (PQE) or the ability to demonstrate necessary skills and experience.
  • Proven track record in business development and client generation, with an established following.
  • Passion for mentoring and developing junior team members.
  • Strong leadership skills and unique ideas to help expand our commercial offering.

Benefits:

  • Generous Fee Earner bonus.
  • Free car parking.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including a pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday plus an additional day for Christmas closure, and Perkbox benefits.
  • Hybrid working with defined core hours, offering flexibility to adjust start and end times as needed.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Commercial Legal Director/Partner position, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you are interested in this role to Mark Watts at reed legal recruitment or reach out for an informal chat, today!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.