Employment Legal Director
Leading National Law Firm | Birmingham

I am currently working with a leading national law firm that is looking to strengthen its Birmingham team with the appointment of a Legal Director.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced lawyer seeking a senior role within a highly regarded practice, offering access to high-quality client work, a collaborative culture and a genuine platform for career progression.

The Opportunity

Joining an established and growing team, you will play a key role in advising a broad client base on complex and strategically important matters while helping to develop client relationships and support the growth of the practice.

Responsibilities are likely to include:

• Managing a varied caseload of high-value and complex matters.
• Providing commercially focused legal advice to a diverse client base.
• Leading transactions, disputes or advisory projects, depending on your area of expertise.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the team.
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple offices and practice areas.
• Contributing to business development initiatives and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Supporting the continued development and success of the wider practice.

Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be:

• A qualified solicitor with significant post-qualification experience.
• Technically strong with a proven track record in their practice area.
• Commercially minded and able to deliver pragmatic, client-focused advice.
• Confident managing client relationships and leading matters independently.
• Experienced in supervising junior team members and supporting their development.
• Enthusiastic about business development and profile raising.
• A collaborative and proactive team player.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to join a forward-thinking national law firm that continues to invest heavily in its people and growth. You will benefit from:

• High-quality and varied client work.
• Strong internal referral networks.
• A supportive and collaborative culture.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Clear progression opportunities.
• Access to a respected national platform and well-established client relationships.

For senior lawyers seeking a role with greater responsibility, strong support and a genuine opportunity to influence the future direction of a successful practice, this represents an excellent opportunity.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.