Head of Corporate & Commercial - Newport
An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to head up a well-established and growing team within a respected, Legal 500-recognised regional law firm with a strong presence across South Wales.
This is a hands‑on role with a strong emphasis on high-quality fee earning, alongside the opportunity to shape the future growth of the department.
You’ll advise a broad client base ranging from owner‑managed businesses and SMEs to larger organisations on a wide variety of corporate and commercial matters, including:
- Mergers, acquisitions and disposals
- Management buyouts and buy‑ins
- Corporate restructures and governance matters
- Shareholder and investment agreements
- Joint ventures and private equity transactions
- Commercial contracts and trading agreements
- Business sales and purchases
- General corporate advisory work
Alongside managing your own caseload, you will play a key role in developing client relationships, identifying new business opportunities and supporting the strategic growth of the team. You’ll also provide leadership and mentoring while helping drive departmental performance and profitability.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in Corporate & Commercial law
- Strong technical expertise across a broad range of corporate transactions and commercial matters
- Proven track record of successful fee earning and business development
- Experience managing client relationships and winning new work
- Previous team leadership or supervisory experience would be advantageous
- Commercially minded with excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ideally able to bring an existing network or following, although this is not essential
Why Join?
- Lead and shape an established Corporate & Commercial practice
- Work within a highly regarded Legal 500-recognised regional firm
- High‑quality and varied corporate workload
- Genuine opportunity to influence strategy and drive growth
- Hybrid working and flexibility across office locations
- Clear progression prospects for the right individual
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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.
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Head of Corporate & Commercial - Newport employer: Chadwick Nott
As a leading international law firm based in Bristol, we pride ourselves on offering an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Associate Directors in Financial Services Regulation benefit from exposure to high-quality, complex international work, alongside opportunities for career progression within a supportive team. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we ensure that all employees are valued and empowered to thrive in their roles.
