Legal Director

2 days ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time

Job Description
Legal Director – Corporate Law
Location: Ipswich
Salary: £100,000–£130,000+ | Leadership, High-Value Deals & Career Progression
Lead Complex Transactions and Shape the Future of a Thriving Corporate Practice
Are you a senior corporate solicitor ready to play a pivotal role in a high-performing, ambitious team?
 
Our client, a highly regarded law firm in Ipswich, offers you the platform to lead major transactions, develop client relationships, and mentor the next generation of legal talent—all with outstanding career prospects and a comprehensive benefits package.
The Opportunity
As Legal Director, you'll be at the core of the firm's corporate growth and development, advising on complex deals and supporting the continued expansion of the firmwide corporate practice. You'll:
  • Lead and manage end-to-end M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting, negotiation, and completion
  • Advise clients on legal risks, deal structures, and strategic implications
  • Draft and negotiate complex documents (Heads of Terms, SPAs, shareholder and investment agreements)
  • Supervise and mentor junior solicitors, trainees, and team members
  • Build and maintain strong client and referrer relationships
  • Drive business development and support marketing, networking, and thought leadership initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with legal standards and firm policies
About You
  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 10+ years' PQE in corporate/M&A law
  • Demonstrable experience leading high-value, complex corporate transactions
  • Strong technical drafting, negotiation, and transactional leadership skills
  • Commercially astute, analytical, and solutions-focused
  • Proven ability to build client relationships and act as a trusted advisor
  • Experience mentoring and developing junior colleagues
  • Business development mindset and excellent communication skills
  • Willingness to integrate into the Suffolk/East Anglia market (prior experience not essential)
Benefits & Rewards
  • Competitive salary: £100,000–£130,000+ (DOE)
  • 30 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Long service holiday award
  • Private Healthcare after probation
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme (5% employer/employee)
  • Staff profit share & individual performance bonus
  • Salary sacrifice options (pension, profit share)
  • Life assurance (4x salary) & permanent health insurance
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Subsidised gym membership & electric car scheme
  • Agile/hybrid working & 'Dress for your Day' policy
Location & Working Arrangements
  • Based in Ipswich, with agile/hybrid working available
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture and modern office environment
Ready to Lead and Progress?
If you're ready to take the next step as a Legal Director in a thriving corporate team, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or further information, contact:
 
David Hawthorne-Finch
Managing Director, Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
d.hawthorne--
 
All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence. Our client is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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