Head of Legal Practice

1 month ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Avencia Consulting Services Full time

Head of Legal Practice

Markel Law

£Excellent + Exceptional benefits and bonus.

Do you have experience leading and managing legal operations?

Are you a Legal Director, Head of Legal Practice or a Legal Operations Director and looking for a new challenge?

Due to the successful growth of Markel Law we have created a new role for a business leader who, reporting to the Claims & Legal Services Director, will work closely with the firm's partners to oversee the strategic, operational and day to day development of the Markel Law business.

The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head of Legal Practice (Partner) to join our team at Markel Law in our Manchester office. We will consider our Leeds office with some weekly travel to Manchester included. Markel Law LLP (Markel Law) is an independent SRA authorised and regulated legal business offering services to both insured and non-insured clients. Our clients and business partners comprise businesses, high net worth individuals, and associations across a broad spectrum of industries. Our legal teams guide, support, defend and protect clients through a wide range of key legal services.

Work with the Claims & Legal Services Director in the development of the firm's strategic vision and long-term goals
Take ownership of, implement and drive forward initiatives that support the form's strategic vision
Provide leadership and guidance to the Partners and management team in alignment with the firm's values and objectivesOperational Excellence:

Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure the highest levels of client-centric service delivery
Continually push for efficiency & improved effectivenessFinancial Management:

Work closely with the finance team, manage the firm's financial performance and budget
Identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimisationClient and Stakeholder Relations:

Build unparalleled linkup between Markel Law and Markel the insurer
Enhance the firm's reputation and brand within the insurance and legal communityTeam Development:

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Partners and senior leaders
The ability to manage technical specialists without necessarily having that technical specialism / legal experience is not essential as would look at a CFO or COO applicant
A background working in legal, accounting, insurance or professional services as a Managing Director, Head of Operations, COO or Financial Director
A demonstrable ability to lead and manage senior individuals
Significant experience in driving a business towards its long term goalsWho we are:

Avencia Consulting are an RPO who provide a recruitment service to our client Markel International.

An exceptional salary plus annual bonus & strong benefits package…
25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy / sell extra leave
Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer
There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we can provide the support needed to do just thatWe are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns

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