Legal Partner in City of London

We are working with a firm who are looking for high-level candidates looking to step into a partner role or established partners, both requiring a following of clients.

We are seeking highly experienced and commercially driven Partner-level solicitors to join a top firm on a consultative basis. Candidates must bring an established client base and proven ability to generate their own work, along with the high-level technical expertise and strategic insight expected of senior practitioners.

This role offers exceptional autonomy, flexibility, and earnings potential that is unmatched by traditional law firm structures.

Open to all key practice areas, including (but not limited to):

• Litigation & Dispute Resolution
• Corporate & Commercial
• Employment
• Real Estate
• Technology, Media & IP
• Regulatory and Specialist Sectors

Location: Anywhere in UK – Remote working available

Earnings: Extremely generous and industry leading fee-sharing structure, plus earning potential on shared work opportunities and support from an internal business development team to help grow your practice.

Overall Purpose of the Role:

• To service and expand your client base while delivering high-quality legal work.
• To run matters independently, with full control over pricing, workflow, and strategy.
• To collaborate with colleagues on cross-department matters and shared client opportunities.
• To contribute to the firm’s profile through client development, networking, and thought leadership.
• To benefit from comprehensive operational, compliance, and BD support while maintaining full autonomy.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of your client work from instruction to completion.
• Provide high-level strategic and technical advice within your specialist area.
• Draft, negotiate, and review key legal documents as required by your practice.
• Develop new business with support from the firm’s BD team and structured growth plan.
• Contribute to the firm’s wider network through collaboration and cross-referrals.
• Uphold professional, ethical, and regulatory standards at all times.

Performance Measured By:

• Billing target and outcomes
• Client satisfaction and retention
• Quality and delivery of work
• Growth of personal client portfolio and fee generation
• Collaboration and contribution to the wider firm

Person Specification:

• Qualified solicitor (Flexible on jurisdiction but E&W preferred) with significant post-qualification experience and recognised expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to generate and grow your own client work.
• Strong drafting, advisory, and communication skills.
• Commercially minded with sound strategic judgment.
• Able to manage complex matters independently.
• Proficient with legal IT systems and self-directed working.

Desirable:

• Existing following or strong sector connections
• Experience as a Partner or senior consultant
• Experience mentoring or supervising others (optional)

If this role looks like the new challenge you are looking for, please apply via the advert or contact Dan at Eclectic Recruitment.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate every time, but if you haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.