Corporate Legal Director  | Leicester | Leading law firm

Sacco Mann is proud to be working with a respected and progressive law firm seeking a Legal Director for theirwell-established Corporate team in Leicester, ranked Tier 1 in the Legal 500. 

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious 7+ qualified Solicitor to work with a broad range of clients on high-quality corporate matters. You will be advising on private company asset and share disposals and acquisitions, employee ownership trusts, and tax-driven reorganisations.

You’ll be joining a friendly, collaborative team ranked Tier 1 in the Legal 500, led by highly experienced practitioners who are committed to supporting your development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on a range of corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions
• Handling private company asset and share sales and purchases
• Supporting on the implementation of employee ownership trusts
• Assisting with tax-driven corporate reorganisations
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Collaborating with colleagues across the wider business to deliver seamless service

About You

The ideal candidate will be proactive, commercially aware, and ready to make an impact. You will have:

• Experience handling a range of corporate matters
• Strong technical knowledge and a keen interest in corporate law
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Ambition to develop your career within a highly regarded corporate practice

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
• Profit share scheme and discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday plus additional wellbeing initiatives
• Private medical cover and access to wellbeing programmes
• A genuinely supportive and inclusive team culture
• Strong career development with access to experienced mentors
• Opportunity to work within a highly ranked, forward-thinking team