Employer SaccoMann Location Leeds Salary Appropriate for experience & contribution Closing date 15 Jan 2026
Partner - Any Practice Area | Partner level or Senior Associate | Leeds | Competitive Financial Package
Are you ready to take the lead and shape your own practice area in an up-and-coming commercial law firm?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Partner to join a growing Legal 500 boutique firm based in Leeds, with additional offices in Manchester and Liverpool.
The firm have developed a strong presence across Commercial Litigation, Employment and Private Client work and is now looking to broaden its offering with the appointment of a entrepreneurial Partner from any discipline.
The firm sets no immediate expectations and understands that growing a new practice area takes time. You will have the space and support to build a sustainable, long-term practice at your own pace.
This is the perfect opportunity for a forward-thinking Partner who wants to take ownership of their practice, develop a team, and be part of a firm on an ambitious growth trajectory.
What’s in it for you?
* Autonomy & Leadership: Grow your own practice your way, backed by experienced colleagues and firm wide infrastructure
* Competitive Financial Package: basic salary and an attractive profit share structure
* Growing /Diverse Client base: access to a growing client base, with strong referral opportunities across departments.
The role:
As a Partner, you’ll have the autonomy to develop and grow your own practice area, with the full support of the wider team and firm infrastructure. Whether you want to build on an existing caseload or bring something new to the firm, you will have the freedom to shape your team and offering.
This is a role for someone who enjoys thinking commercially, values collaboration, and is ready to make a real impact
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and develop your own practice area, with autonomy to shape its direction and team structure
* Manage and grow a caseload, maintaining high standards of client care and commercial advice
* Collaborate with other Partners and fee earners to drive cross-referrals and enhance the firm’s full-service offering
* Contribute to the strategic direction of the firm, including business development and marketing initiatives
* Mentor junior solicitors and support staff, fostering a culture of growth and excellence
* Build strong, long-term relationships with clients and professional contacts
* Play an active role in firm-wide initiatives and innovation projects
About you?
The ideal candidate will be an ambitious and detail orientated. You will have:
* Strong track record in your practice area
* You may already be operating at Partner level, or be a Senior Associate ready to take the next step
* You’re commercially minded, with a proactive approach to business development and client growth.
If you would like to find out more about this Partner role in Leeds, get in touch with Sophie Linley on 0113 236 6711 or another member of the Private Practice team at Sacco Mann. References to PQE are simply given as a guide and we are of course happy to chat with anyone who possesses the relevant skills and would like to learn more.
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