Legal Director - Commercial (Public Sector)Bristol | Top 50 UK law firm | Tier 1 Public Sector Team Join a nationally recognised, thriving Public Sector Team ranked Tier 1 in Legal 500. This is one of the firm's most profitable and strategically important departments, working with central and local government, executive agencies, police, health authorities and more. The team is experiencing significant growth and is central to the firm's long-term vision, offering the right candidate the opportunity to accelerate their career.Why Apply?Legal Director position within a Tier 1 ranked teamBristol-based, with flexible hybrid workingOpportunity to lead on complex, high-profile projects of national importanceA practice area that is both thriving and one of the most profitable within the firmFor the right candidate, significant scope for fast progression to partnershipThe RoleLead on drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, frameworks and collaboration agreementsAdvise clients on a wide range of public sector matters, including procurement law and public law advisory workPlay a key role in business development and client relationship managementCollaborate with colleagues across Property, Planning, Construction, Litigation & Social Housing on cross-departmental projectsRequirementsQualified Solicitor with substantial commercial contracts experience (ideally with public sector exposure)Demonstrable leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and support junior lawyersStrong commercial acumen and confidence in developing client relationshipsDrive and ambition to progress rapidly to partnershipBenefitsMarket leading benefits package including generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, pension scheme, profit share and performance bonus, life assuranceHybrid working & flexible policiesGenuine opportunity for partnership progression within a thriving and profitable practiceThis is a rare opportunity for a Legal Director to join a high-performing Public Sector team with a proven track record of success, and to build a clear pathway to partnership at a top 50 UK law firm.
