Head of Company Commercial Department – Stroud – Senior Leadership
Location: Stroud (hybrid working available)
Level: Senior Management Team
Salary: £67,000–£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.

The Role
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

The Ideal Candidate
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

What the Firm Offers

• 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.

How to Apply

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

Olivia Reed – Chadwick Nott
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761