Overview
Senior Corporate Lawyer Jobs in Bradford, UK at Trades Workforce Solutions
Senior Corporate Lawyer Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 + Excellent Benefits
Location:
Bradford Clear Path to Head of Department
Are you ready to step into a leadership role with a clear succession plan? This is your opportunity to become Head of Department within an established Yorkshire law firm.
Our client, a well‑established Yorkshire‑based law firm with a rich heritage and diverse client portfolio spanning Industry, Manufacturing, and Commercial sectors, is seeking an ambitious Senior Corporate Lawyer as part of a strategic succession plan. With the current Head of Corporate Department approaching retirement, this role offers a genuine pathway to departmental leadership within a supportive, established firm.
Why This Role Stands Out
Clear Succession Plan – Join with a defined pathway to Head of Department as the current head prepares for retirement. This isn’t a distant possibility – it’s a structured succession opportunity.
Leadership from Day One – Take ownership of a varied corporate caseload whilst mentoring junior team members and shaping the department’s future direction.
Genuine Flexibility – Based in Bradford with the option to work with the firm to establish a new satellite office in your preferred location.
Established Platform – Step into a department with strong foundations, loyal clients, and a reputation built over many years, ready for you to lead into the future.
The Role:
What You’ll Be Doing
As Senior Corporate Lawyer, you will manage a high‑quality caseload of corporate and commercial matters whilst preparing to take on departmental leadership responsibilities.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
- Managing your own caseload of corporate and commercial matters independently, including company formations, share sales and purchases, commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, and business restructures
- Advising clients across Industry, Manufacturing, and Commercial sectors on a broad range of corporate transactions and commercial matters
- Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers (NQ solicitor and apprentice) who will form the foundation of the department’s future
- Building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted adviser to established and growing businesses
- Contributing to business development through networking, client development, and thought leadership
- Playing a key role in succession planning and preparing for Head of Department responsibilities
- Being office‑based 3 days per week to provide hands‑on mentorship and team development
- Shaping the strategic direction of the corporate department in collaboration with firm leadership
What We’re Looking For Essential Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Corporate & Commercial Law
- Strong technical expertise in corporate transactions (company formations, share sales/purchases, M&A, commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, business restructures)
- Proven track record of managing a varied corporate caseload independently with minimal supervision
- Experience mentoring and developing junior lawyers or trainees
- Excellent client relationship management and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach to client advice
- Leadership ambition with genuine interest in progressing to Head of Department
- Commitment to hybrid working (3 days office‑based, 2 days flexible)
- Based in or willing to relocate to Bradford or surrounding Yorkshire areas
Highly Desirable
- Sector experience working with Industry, Manufacturing, or Commercial clients
- Demonstrated business development success in corporate law
- Experience in succession planning or departmental leadership roles
- Track record of team development and building high‑performing legal teams
- Strong negotiation skills and experience handling complex transactions
- Involvement in strategic planning or departmental management
What’s on
Offer:
Your Benefits Package
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 (dependent on experience, PQE, and leadership readiness)
- Clear succession pathway to Head of Corporate Department (structured timeline)
- Leadership responsibilities from day one with mentorship and strategic input
- Partnership potential as the department and your role develop
- Full support for professional…
Title: Senior Corporate Lawyer
Company: Trades Workforce Solutions
Location: Bradford, UK
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