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Commercial Legal Director

Journey Recruitment Ltd
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 6SB, England

Salary

£75,000 - £20 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Legal Director to join an award-winning Corporate and Commercial department.
  • The successful candidate will lead a team of six fee earners, advising major brands and businesses on various commercial law matters.
  • This role requires 8+ years of PQE in commercial law, ideally from a Legal 500 or equivalent in-house legal team.
  • The salary for this position is approximately £75,000, along with a generous bonus scheme and additional benefits.
  • The role is hybrid-based in Farnborough, allowing for flexibility while working closely with prestigious in-house legal teams.

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Legal Director to join an award-winning Corporate and Commercial department. This department plays a key role in the firm's ambitious growth plans.  The successful candidate will lead and develop a thriving Commercial team, which currently consists of six fee earners, advising household brand names and owner-managed businesses on a full spectrum of commercial law matters. The role will involve working alongside prestigious in-house legal teams, particularly within the software, manufacturing, technology, and financial services sectors.

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role within a dynamic and forward-thinking firm.

The role is Hybrid based in the companies stunning offices in Farnborough.  The salary for this role is circa £75,000 plus a generous bonus scheme. 

Main Responsibilities for the Commercial Legal Director are: 

  • Leading on complex commercial matters, including contract drafting, outsourcing agreements, and cross-border projects in highly regulated sectors.
  • Driving business development and client generation, with a focus on expanding the firm’s commercial offering.
  • Providing strategic advice to clients, ensuring high-quality legal service delivery.
  • Mentoring and developing junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
  • Working closely with corporate and in-house legal teams, providing expert guidance on commercial transactions. 

Key Requirements for the Commercial Legal Director are: 

  • 8+ years PQE in commercial law, with experience at a Legal 500/Chambers-ranked firm or equivalent in-house legal team.
  • A proven track record in business development, client generation, and relationship management.
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop junior lawyers.
  • Commercially astute, with a strategic approach to legal and business challenges.
  • A passion for innovation and leveraging technology to enhance legal services.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday
  • Generous bonus
  • Free on-site parking
  • Hybrid working with defined core hours for flexibility
  • Pension scheme, enhanced maternity & paternity pay
  • Perkbox benefits for discounts, rewards, and well-being support

    Please apply today to find out more!!!!!!!!!!!

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