Job Description

Closing Date:
Saturday 16th August 2025
Salary:
Substantial Salary (plus bonus and benefits)
Type:
Permanent
Send CV To:
recruitment@grllegal.com
Apply online:
https://grllegal.com/job/821-practice-director-leading-barristers-chambers-london-wc1/

About this Job

As Practice Director, you will be a key member of Chambers' Senior Management Team, playing an integral role in managing the practice management function and supporting the broader growth of Chambers. You will lead a high-performing team, working closely with the CEO and Heads of Chambers to ensure the continued delivery of a first-class service to both barrister members and clients.

About this Employer

Our client is a leading public law barristers' chambers in which excellence is achieved across a range of practice areas. With over sixty members and offices in London, Birmingham and Cardiff, they provide specialist legal advice and representation nationwide, in areas including administrative and public law, planning, property, housing, licensing, health and social care, commercial and regulatory law.

Person Specification

Experience in managing a team and contributing to strategic decision-making in a similarly successful chambers Demonstrable track record in business development, client relationship management and development Proven practice management skills, with the ability to review and implement new processes, if required Experience in training and mentoring a team to enhance performance and support individual growth Innovative and strategic, business mindset Understanding of practice areas

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Development: Contribute to Chambers' growth through strategic business development, identifying opportunities, new work streams, and promoting the practices of all members Strategic Growth: Actively supporting this essential function, you will also lead on recruitment Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the practice management team, ensuring high performance and a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement and development * Client Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, identifying their needs and ensuring exceptional service delivery