Corporate governance

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Posted 11 days ago
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Negotiable
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Private Practice
Reference Number:
LE/142189/1
Posted:
29th November 2024
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: - 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. - 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. - Develop and review governance policies and constitutional documents, advising clients on matters such as board composition, decision-making, and conflict management. - Support housing boards and senior executives with training, risk management, and governance procedures, ensuring robust oversight and compliance across the organisation. - 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: - At least 8 years of relevant experience, specifically in corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and advising registered providers. - 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. - Strong leadership and entrepreneurial skills, with a proven ability to grow and lead a team, build client relationships, and drive business development. - 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. - 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: - A high level of autonomy to shape and grow your practice with the full backing of a collaborative and supportive team. - A competitive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements to suit your needs. - 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. - Full support for business development, marketing, and PR initiatives to help you build your profile in the social housing sector. - 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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Lauren Evans
Lauren Evans

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East Midlands and Home Counties

laurenevans@bcllegal.com

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