Corporate Partner or Senior lawyer (ready for Partnership) London

Overview

As a Partner in Weightmans’ Corporate team, you will lead growth in the owner-managed, private equity, and venture capital space. You will attract and serve high-profile clients while guiding the team and contributing to the firm’s expansion plans. This role blends client leadership, business development, and strategic growth within a reputable, award-winning firm. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver commercially focused advice and help Weightmans reach its ambition of becoming a Top 30 UK law firm.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth in the owner-managed sector and contribute to the firm’s expansion plans
• Attract new clients and develop long-term relationships with key stakeholders
• Provide high-quality, commercially focused corporate advice across a broad range of work
• Lead and support the team in delivering client service excellence
• Take a leading role in developing the team and cross-location collaboration
• Foster strong business development and client-following to sustain growth

Key requirements

• Partner, Legal Director, or Senior Associate nearing partnership
• Commercial mindset with strong client relationships
• Proven track record in business development and client acquisition
• Commitment to exceptional client service and collaboration
• Expert knowledge and experience in corporate law with broad exposure
• Ability to contribute to growth strategies and leadership in the team
• Strong network in M&A, owner-managed businesses, private equity, or venture capital

• strong client relationships
• business development
• collaboration
• corporate law
• M&A
• private equity

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