Reference: 1539If you are an experienced Legal Project Manager who enjoys bringing clarity, structure and momentum to high‑stakes legal matters, this is an opportunity to shape how our lawyers and clients work together.At Burges Salmon, you will play a central role in evolving our approach to project delivery, mentoring others, and driving transformation across the firm.Your RoleAs a Senior Legal Project Manager, you will manage complex legal matters end‑to‑end while supporting the strategic development and direction of our Legal Project Management (LPM) team. You'll work closely with the Head of Legal Project Management and collaborate widely across departments, from Innovation and Technology to key partners and clients.This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you will combine strong project management expertise, leadership capability, legal understanding and a collaborative approach to support lawyers, clients and internal teams.What You'll Be DoingLeading complex matters throughout the full lifecycle, ensuring exceptional delivery, resource planning and cost management.Providing leadership, mentoring and development support to Legal Project Managers.Supporting the LPM Manager with strategic planning, service positioning and departmental growth.Working with Innovation and Legal Technology teams to integrate tools that enhance transparency, efficiency and client experience.Mitigating risks and maintaining clear, consistent communication across teams.Supporting the growth and visibility of LPM across new departments.Developing training to upskill lawyers in structured, effective matter management.What We're Looking ForSignificant experience as a senior legal project manager supporting partners, clients and matter teams.Deep understanding of legal processes, law firm operations and matter delivery.Strong awareness of emerging legal tech and the ability to embed tools effectively.Commercial awareness and a commitment to outstanding client service.You'll join a firm that values integrity, innovation, and inclusion. We offer hybrid working, a supportive culture, and opportunities to grow your career in a forward-thinking environment.We're proud to have recently been named "Law Firm of the Year" at the Legal Business Awards 2025 and RollOnFriday's ‘Best Law Firm to Work At' for four years running and one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an accessible recruitment process and guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. We're happy to discuss flexible working options for this role. INDBSCategory:Business professional Team:Transformation & Projects Location:Bristol Terms:Permanent
Senior Project Manager/Head of Project Management in Bristol employer: Burges Salmon
Join a leading corporate tax team in a dynamic and inclusive environment that values both professional excellence and personal well-being. With a strong commitment to employee growth, our hybrid working model offers flexibility, allowing you to balance your career with your lifestyle. Located in vibrant Bristol or London, you'll have the chance to work on high-profile projects while being part of a diverse community that champions creativity and collaboration.
