Location: Shropshire (Hybrid – regular in-person Board meetings)
Sector: Legal Services / Professional Services
Role Type: Non-Executive / Part-time
Remuneration: Competitive, commensurate with experience
The Opportunity
A fast-growing, acquisitive legal services group headquartered in Shropshire is seeking to appoint an experienced Non-Executive Director to support the next phase of its expansion. The group is pursuing a disciplined buy-and-build strategy, acquiring and integrating law firms and legal service businesses across multiple practice areas.
This appointment is suited to a qualified solicitor or barrister with strong board‑level judgement, deep understanding of the legal regulatory environment, and experience of M&A, integration, and governance within professional services.
Person Specification
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
* Qualification as a Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
* Senior leadership or board‑level experience within law firms or legal services groups
* Strong understanding of legal regulation, professional conduct, and governance frameworks
* Experience of M&A, consolidation, or rapid growth within professional services (highly desirable)
* Commercial mindset with the ability to balance professional standards and profitability
* High levels of independence, integrity, and sound judgement
* The confidence to challenge constructively while supporting management execution
Time Commitment
* Typically 1–2 days per month, including Board meetings, preparation, and acquisition‑related input
* Hybrid working, with regular in‑person meetings in Shropshire
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