Director of Growth and Partnerships (Legal)

Location: St. Albans
Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 + equity/ownership opportunity

We are advising a newly acquired law firm in St. Albans, now entering a period of strategic investment and expansion as part of a wider commercial group. This appointment is central to the firm's next phase of growth and succession planning. With a number of partners intending to retire or exit over the next two years, there is a clear and structured pathway for the successful individual to progress towards partnership and equity participation.

The Role

This position will take responsibility for the firm's business development, client acquisition and strategic growth initiatives, working closely with the existing partnership. Whilst a qualification is essential, the focus of the role is on the commercial development of the practice rather than traditional fee‑earning. You will play a key role in strengthening the firm's client base, developing new areas of work and supporting the transition of client relationships as part of the firm's succession plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the firm's business development and client growth strategy
• Identify opportunities to expand existing practice areas and introduce new service lines
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, including responsibility for key accounts
• Work alongside partners to support the transition and continuity of client relationships
• Contribute to the firm's strategic direction, including positioning, pricing and service delivery
• Support the firm through a planned succession process, with a view to assuming a future leadership position

Director of Growth and Partnerships (Legal) Profile

• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent), with a strong understanding of private practice
• Demonstrable experience in business development, client relationship management or practice growth
• Commercially astute, with an appreciation for profitability, utilisation and fee generation
• Proven ability to win, retain and develop client relationships
• An interest in progressing towards partnership and contributing to the long‑term success of the firm

What's on Offer

• A clearly defined and accelerated pathway to partnership
• Equity and ownership opportunity aligned with the firm's succession strategy
• The opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of the practice
• Backing from a wider commercial group to support growth and investment
• A senior, strategic position within an established and evolving firm

This role will suit a qualified professional who is commercially minded and motivated by the opportunity to move into a partnership position, initially as Director of Growth and Partnerships (Legal), with a direct influence on the growth and direction of the firm.