Head of Corporate Law - Cardiff - Senior Leadership Role

Reference: ORJ921957561_1785762538Head of Corporate Law - Cardiff - Senior Leadership RoleLocation: CardiffType of Role: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: 85,000 - 110,000, depending on experienceA forward thinking and award winning law firm is seeking an ambitious Head of Corporate Law to lead, grow, and shape its Corporate Team. This newly created senior role offers a rare opportunity to drive strategic growth, build a market leading practice, and play a central part in the firm's long term direction.Designed for a commercially minded corporate solicitor who thrives beyond fee earning alone, this position is ideal for someone who wants to build something significant developing clients, leading people, and influencing firm wide strategy.The RoleYou will take a high impact leadership position with responsibility for:Leading and expanding the corporate practice, driving client origination and revenueDeveloping and executing a clear business development strategyBuilding strong relationships with clients, referrers, and intermediariesLeading pitches, tenders, and panel appointmentsIdentifying cross selling opportunities across the firmActing as lead adviser on high value, complex corporate transactionsProviding strategic, commercially focused advice to founders and boardsEnsuring delivery of high quality, efficient, and profitable legal servicesLeading, mentoring, and developing a high performing corporate teamSupporting recruitment, succession planning, and long term team growthOverseeing financial performance, pricing, and profitabilityContributing to firm wide strategy and championing the firm's culture and valuesCandidate RequirementsThis role is suited to a senior corporate lawyer with:A strong track record of revenue generation and business developmentExperience at Legal Director, Partner, or equivalent senior levelProven ability to build and grow a practiceStrong leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing lawyersExcellent commercial acumen, including pricing and profitability managementExperience contributing to departmental strategy, hiring, and market positioningA strong client base, referrer network, or demonstrable BD successBenefitsThe firm offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:Competitive salaryGenerous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidaysAdditional personal day, birthday leave, and paid Christmas closure dayAnnual leave purchase scheme (up to 3 extra days)Gym membership discountsCareer development and progression opportunitiesMilestone recognition and awardsNetworking, corporate, and charity eventsAccess to a company vehicle for work related travelPrivate medical insuranceDeath in service benefitRefer a friend recruitment schemeSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo a basic or enhanced DBS check, depending on the role.How to ApplyIf this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:Olivia ReedEmail: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.ukPhone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*