Head of Corporate Law

Head of Corporate Law (Mergers & Acquisitions) Worcester | Hybrid Working | £100,000 + DOE GMP Recruitment are proud to be supporting a highly respected Worcester based law firm for an experienced and commercially driven Head of Corporate Law to lead its expanding corporate department, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This is a senior strategic position, combining high-level legal expertise with leadership and client development responsibilities. We are looking for a corporate law professional who will be employed full time, with their entire focus on the firm and developing the team. To be considered for this position you must be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with significant PQE (5 years +) in corporate law and possess expert negotiation skills. You will play a key role in shaping the firm's corporate practice, advising on complex transactions, and building long-term relationships with corporate clients across the UK. Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all corporate law matters, with emphasis on M&A transactions
• Advise clients on acquisitions, disposals, restructuring, and joint ventures
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial and transactional agreements
• Manage due diligence processes and transaction structuring
• Develop and grow the corporate client portfolio
• Supervise and mentor junior solicitors and associates
• Work closely with partners on strategic firm development
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal standards Candidate Requirements
• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with significant PQE in corporate law
• Strong track record in mergers and acquisitions (mid-market or above preferred)
• Proven leadership or team management experience
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and client-facing skills
• Commercially minded with strong business development capability
• Ability to manage high-value, complex transactions under pressure Salary & Benefits Our client offers an excellent package including:
• Competitive salary circa £100,000+ depending on experience
• Leadership role with genuine influence over departmental strategy
• Opportunity to build and shape a growing corporate practice
• Supportive and ambitious firm environment
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Performance-related bonuses (where applicable) For further information or a confidential discussion, please click apply. GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd agency are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency