Company Commercial Solicitor (Head of Department)

Company: eNL Legal Recruitment
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Location: Gloucestershire
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will lead the Company Commercial department within a well-established firm, shaping its direction and growth. You will build and nurture client relationships across startups, owner-managed businesses and established companies, while driving strategic legal advice. You’ll influence team development and service delivery, strengthening the firm’s presence in the local business community. This is a high-impact, entrepreneurial leadership position with broad client and practice scope.

Pay / Benefits

  • Hybrid & flexible working arrangements
  • Highly competitive remuneration package
  • Career progression and security

Responsibilities

  • Drive the department forward and set strategic direction
  • Lead and mentor team members and support professional development
  • Develop long-term client relationships and win new work
  • Provide strategic commercial legal advice to diverse clients
  • Enhance services and contribute to the firm’s growth and local presence

Key requirements

  • Minimum 8 years PQE in Company Commercial
  • Strong technical expertise across a broad range of commercial matters
  • Proven ability to win work and grow client relationships
  • Experience leading or mentoring colleagues
  • Commercial awareness and strategic mindset
  • Collaborative leadership style and commitment to excellent client service
  • collaborative leadership
  • entrepreneurial thinking
  • strong client-service orientation
  • relationship-building
  • Company Commercial law
  • broad range of commercial matters

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Posted: October 1st, 2026