Housing Corporate Governance Lawyer | Salaried Partner / Senior Lawyer | Flexible location | Flexible Working
BCL Legal is delighted to be assisting a leading national law firm on this fantastic career opportunity for a Senior Housing Corporate Governance Lawyer to join a leading national team with a focus on social housing. This is a unique role for an experienced and ambitious lawyer to take on a key leadership position, build on an already strong platform, and help drive the continued growth of a market-leading team.
The Role:
As a Salaried Partner or Senior Lawyer, you will:
1. Lead and advise clients in the social housing sector on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and legal structures for housing organisations, including registered societies, co-operatives, and social enterprises.
2. Provide strategic legal guidance on mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and group structures, playing a key role in helping clients navigate complex corporate issues and ensuring compliance with housing regulations.
3. Develop and review governance policies and constitutional documents, advising clients on matters such as board composition, decision-making, and conflict management.
4. Support housing boards and senior executives with training, risk management, and governance procedures, ensuring robust oversight and compliance across the organisation.
5. Manage complex legal issues and provide high-level, strategic advice on charity law, regulatory compliance, and housing finance, with a focus on public sector organisations and registered providers.
About You:
Our client is looking for an individual with:
1. At least 8 years of relevant experience, specifically in corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and advising registered providers.
2. A deep understanding of housing regulation, charity law, and corporate structures relevant to the social housing sector, with experience advising on mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring projects.
3. Strong leadership and entrepreneurial skills, with a proven ability to grow and lead a team, build client relationships, and drive business development.
4. An appetite for autonomy and responsibility, with the motivation and ambition to take this successful practice to the next level, expanding its footprint in the social housing sector.
5. Experience with the establishment of registered providers and a proven track record of working on corporate governance, M&A work, and regulatory matters.
What's on Offer:
1. A high level of autonomy to shape and grow your practice with the full backing of a collaborative and supportive team.
2. A competitive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.
3. The opportunity to work in a role with real responsibility and the chance to lead and grow a specialist team within a strong and expanding department.
4. Full support for business development, marketing, and PR initiatives to help you build your profile in the social housing sector.
5. The ability to work with a wide range of clients in the public sector, social housing, and private sector partnerships.
Team Culture:
You will join a vibrant and growing team with a strong market presence in the social housing sector. The team enjoys a collaborative, empowering, and progressive culture, with ample opportunity for personal and professional growth. There is flexibility regarding your working location. The wider team structure offers strong support across various specialisms, including housing finance, housing development, and housing sales, providing a comprehensive approach to client needs.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced corporate governance lawyer to take the next step in their career and make a real impact in the social housing sector. If you're ready to drive growth, build a team, and shape your future, apply now or contact Lauren Evans at BCL Legal for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
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