We are seeking a confident, entrepreneurial, and highly capable Head of Marine to join a leading and well-respected firm during a significant period of expansion. This is a rare opportunity to establish, lead and grow a new Marine practice, taking full ownership of its strategic direction, client offering and commercial success, but within the security of a large, successful, multi-sited commercial company with a core 35 hour working week.
Operating at Executive Leadership level, you will act as a senior legal representative of the Firm, working both independently and in close collaboration with colleagues across the wider Group. You will shape and deliver a market-leading Marine legal service, combining high-value fee earning with leadership, innovation and business development.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in defining the future of this practice area, embedding a high-performance culture and ensuring the delivery of exceptional client outcomes. You will be instrumental in driving growth, strengthening market presence and aligning the Marine practice with wider organisational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, strategy and delivery of the Marine practice as a core growth area
- Sit on the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to firm-wide decision making and long-term strategy
- Undertake complex, high-value fee earning work while ensuring profitability and service excellence
- Provide specialist legal advice across a broad range of Marine matters
- Build, lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Drive business development and marketing initiatives to establish the Firm as a trusted advisor in the Marine sector
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, delivering clear communication and outstanding service
- Manage financial performance of client matters, ensuring efficiency and commercial control
- Identify and promote collaboration opportunities across departments and the wider Group
- Represent the company at external events, with clients and industry stakeholders
Requirements
- Proven experience as a senior legal leader or partner-level professional within Marine or a closely related practice area
- Strong track record of business development, client acquisition and relationship management
- Demonstrable experience building and leading successful legal teams
- High level of commercial awareness with the ability to manage profitability and growth
- Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on with complex client work
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and professional standards
- A growth-focused mindset with a commitment to innovation and service excellence
Benefits
- Competitive salary (negotiable)
- Enhanced contributory pension scheme
- Performance-related bonus
- Flexible benefits package
- Share purchase scheme with interest-free loans
- Flexible working with home and office-based options
Working Hours
Standard working week of 35 hours, Monday to Friday, with flexibility to work from home or the office as required.
Recruitment Note
Due to the anticipated high level of interest, we may be unable to respond to every application individually. If you have not heard from us by the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. All applications are reviewed carefully and may be retained for future opportunities should suitable roles arise.