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Legal DirectorLegal Director opportunity within K3 Law, a growing Boutique Law Firm offering exposure to a wide range of corporate work and career progression within a leading UK professional services organisation.The CompanyK3 Law is a high-quality boutique corporate law firm and is part of K3 Capital Group, a multidisciplinary Advisory & Professional Services group focused on advising mid-market corporate clients throughout the UK and with an international presence. The firm provides legal advice on mergers, acquisitions, sales, and investments and is led by a Managing Director and Legal Director with a combined c.40 years Corporate Law experience within reputable top 50 law firms. The OpportunityFollowing an outstanding year during which the K3 Law team completed over 20 mid-market M&A transactions, an exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Legal Director to join the growing K3 Law team and lead a wide range of Corporate Transactions (sellside, buyside, capital markets and PE fundraise)K3 Law offers a market competitive salary, exciting bonus, and a flexible benefits package. Working arrangements offered include a combination of working from the firm's offices in Manchester and / or Bolton (the K3 Group also has a national office network), whilst also equipping you with the tools to work from home. The firm caters for both highly driven and ambitious individuals as well as those that would prefer a work / life balance that suits their own personal situation.If you are a Qualified Lawyer with c.7 - 10 years PQE in Corporate Law, with the drive and energy to lead an ambitious growing Corporate Law team within a fast-paced PE backed group, we want to talk to you.The PersonYou will be a Lawyer able to meet the following criteria:Qualified Lawyer with at 7 - 10 years PQE (Corporate Law background)Flexible approach - comfortable working a combination of office and remote / home locationKeen to play a pivotal role in the growth of an ambitious boutique Corporate Law firm with the backing of a leading UK professional services organisation

About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The team you will join The Corporate Team consists of more than 20 partners and 50 lawyers, working across the firm’s 7 offices, on a wide range of corporate transactions, advising entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital funds, financial institutions, owner-managed and privately owned businesses, as well as international investors and public companies, on the full range of transactions from trade sales/purchases, institutional sales/purchases, management buyouts and employee ownership trust sales, to financial distress transactions. As well as UK deals, our Corporate Team is experienced in dealing with international transactions, including acquisitions and disposals of UK companies by and to international buyers, and assisting UK buyers with their acquisitions of overseas companies. The work you will be doing A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years PQE in corporate/M&A law. Demonstrable experience in the following key areas: Transactional Leadership Lead and manage end-to-end M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting, negotiation, and completion.Advise clients on legal risks, deal structures, and strategic implications. Client Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.Act as a trusted advisor, delivering commercially focused legal solutions. Legal Drafting & Negotiation Draft and negotiate complex legal documents including Heads of Terms, SPAs, shareholder agreements, and investment agreements. Team Development Supervise and mentor junior solicitors, trainees and other team members.Provide technical guidance and contribute to internal training initiatives. Business Development Identify and pursue new business and client opportunities.Lead, initiate and support marketing efforts, including thought leadership, networking events, and client pitches, working closely with the partners in the team, and the firm’s BD and marketing team.Identify, manage and develop relationships with business referrers such as corporate finance advisors. Regulatory & Compliance Stay abreast of changes in corporate law and regulatory frameworks.Ensure all transactions meet legal standards, as well as the Corporate Team’s and the firm’s own policies and procedures. What we are looking for We are looking to recruit a Legal Director into the Corporate Team who has the drive and commitment to assist Birketts’ in the continued growth and development of our firmwide corporate practice and to become an essential core member of the Corporate Team. The ideal candidate will hold a pivotal role in advising clients on complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. This senior-level position demands deep legal expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership skills to manage high-value and complex deals and mentor and supervise junior team members. A key aspect of the role is the development and management of new and existing client and referrer relationships and taking an active role supporting the partners in the team in the management and supervision of the Ipswich office Corporate Team. Prior knowledge or experience of the Suffolk/East Anglia market is not a pre-requisite, however the successful candidate will be expected to become integrated into the market over time. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated initiative-taker to join a successful and friendly Corporate Team, based in our Ipswich office, in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation, and with excellent career progression opportunities. Inclusivity and Culture At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous servicePrivate Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed)Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health InsurancePaid CSR DayEnhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveSubsidised gym membershipElectric car schemeAgile/Hybrid Working PolicyDress for your Day Policy https://recognition-reward-benefits/ Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested.</p

About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The team you will join The Residential Development Team at Birketts is expanding. The team includes 5 partners and 40 other fee earners at all levels working collaboratively together across six of Birketts’ seven offices specialising in the acquisition, sale and development of land for an array of national and SME Residential Developers and Registered Providers . The team also works closely with other Birketts’ teams, which includes full support from tax, planning, environmental, construction and Real Estate litigation teams. The Residential Development Team sits within Birketts’ highly regarded and one of the UK’s largest dedicated Real Estate teams. Our property lawyers are particularly experienced in dealing with development and investment, planning, secured lending and landlord and tenant matters. The work you will be doing The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and growing client relationships, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services and contributing to the strategic direction and success of the firm. You will be responsible for:  Ensuring client needs are met with the highest standard of professionalism and efficiency Maintaining and growing client relationships and contributing to the strategic direction and success of the firm. Leading and mentoring a team of junior lawyers, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Participating in networking events, conferences and other business development activities to promote the firm’s services.  What we are looking for You will have: A minimum of 8 years PQE in a professional legal environment A proven track record of advising high net worth clientsAbility to mentor junior team members and contribute to team developmentBusiness development acumen with experience in growing a client base and identifying new business opportunities. Birketts has designed a 'Talent Management Framework' which provides a career structure that will help us develop, retain and reward talented people.  As a Legal Director, we typically expect candidates to have a minimum of 8 years PQE. Any information provided in relation to PQE should be used for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Applicants will be considered on their individual merits.  Inclusivity and Culture At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous servicePrivate Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed)Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health InsurancePaid CSR DayEnhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveSubsidised gym membershipElectric car schemeAgile/Hybrid Working PolicyDress for your Day Policy https://recognition-reward-benefits/ Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.