Head of Commercial Department Sr Leadership

Head of Company Commercial Department – Gloucester – Senior Leadership

Location:

Gloucester (hybrid working available)

Level: Senior Management Team

Salary: £75,000‑£110,000 DOE + bonus + senior leadership benefits

A well established and forward thinking Gloucestershire law firm is seeking an exceptional Head of Company Commercial to lead and grow its ambitious and expanding Company Commercial department. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced corporate/commercial lawyer to step into a strategic leadership role within a respected, modern, and people centred practice. As a Board backed leader, you will shape departmental strategy, mentor future talent, expand the commercial client base, and ensure the delivery of high quality legal services.

For a senior lawyer seeking influence, autonomy, and the chance to drive firm wide direction, this role represents a defining next step.

As Head of Department, you will play a pivotal role in the success, development, and visibility of the Company Commercial offering.

Responsibilities include:

• Departmental Leadership & Strategy
  • Setting and delivering the strategic vision for the Company Commercial department
  • Leading, motivating, and developing a team of solicitors, trainees, and support staff
  • Implementing robust workflows, quality standards, and compliance processes
  • Contributing to firm wide leadership as part of the Senior Management Team
• Client Advisory & Complex Work
  • Managing a high quality caseload including M&A, shareholder agreements, commercial contracts, restructuring, joint ventures, and governance matters
  • Acting as a trusted advisor to SMEs, owner managed businesses, and high value commercial clients
  • Ensuring exceptional service delivery that reflects the firm's reputation for clarity, approachability, and expertise
• Business Development & Profile Building
  • Developing new client relationships and nurturing existing ones
  • Working closely with Marketing and BD to identify opportunities and represent the firm externally
  • Playing a central role in firm wide business development initiatives and strategic projects
• People Development & Mentoring
  • Supervising junior lawyers and supporting their progression
  • Providing coaching, feedback, and structured development pathways
  • Building a collaborative, high performing departmental culture

We are looking for a senior legal professional who brings technical excellence, commercial acumen, and inspiring leadership. You will ideally have:

• 8+ years PQE in corporate or commercial law
• Experience managing complex transactions and advising high value clients
• A proven track record in business development and client relationship management
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers
• Strong strategic thinking and operational leadership skills
• An approachable, collaborative style aligned with a people first culture
• Ambition, confidence, and the desire to make a significant impact at leadership level

• Competitive Package & Benefits
  • Competitive senior level salary
  • Bonus and incentive schemes
  • 24 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave
  • Hybrid and flexible working options
  • Corporate healthcare plan
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Full Christmas shutdown
  • Free parking
  • Long service awards
  • Staff discounts on legal services
• Culture & Career Development
  • Genuine investment in leadership and management development
  • A collaborative environment where your voice matters at Board level
  • Opportunities to shape firm wide initiatives and influence organisational direction
  • A supportive, friendly culture that balances professional excellence with wellbeing

This is an exciting opportunity to join a modern, ambitious firm with deep roots in the Gloucestershire community and a strong reputation for clarity, approachability, and legal expertise.

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed - Chadwick Nott

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* 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.*