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.

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)

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