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Legal Services Director

Sheffield Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
This Legal Services Director role in Sheffield offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape a high performing litigation function within a regulated environment. Reporting to the COO, you will drive strategy, oversee complex casework and ensure regulatory excellence while delivering strong commercial outcomes.
  • Senior leadership role with strategic and operational impact
  • Competitive £70-80k package plus pension and progression

About Our Client

Our client is a well established, fast growing professional services organisation operating within a highly regulated sector. With a strong national presence and a reputation for operational excellence, the business supports major commercial clients through sophisticated legal solutions. The organisation promotes a high performance culture, invests in leadership capability and offers genuine scope to influence strategic direction at senior level.

Job Description

The Legal Services Director will be: responsible for

  • Leading the end to end litigation function, overseeing case triage, management and court processes to deliver strong commercial outcomes.
  • You will define and implement litigation strategy, ensuring services remain competitive, compliant and aligned to client expectations.
  • Acting as Compliance Officer for Legal Practice, you will oversee regulatory adherence across the function and manage all associated responsibilities.
  • The role will involve managing risk across litigation activities, providing expert input on complex matters and maintaining a hands on approach where required.
  • You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, using data, feedback and industry developments to enhance performance.
  • As part of the senior leadership team, you will lead, coach and develop a high performing team, embedding a culture of accountability, engagement and excellence.
  • You will also oversee budgets, ensure delivery against financial targets and act as the escalation point for key issues or complaints.

The Successful Applicant

The Legal Services Director should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 5 to 10 years PQE and authorised by the SRA, with experience operating within the FCA SMCR regime.
  • You will bring proven leadership experience within a litigation environment, ideally within a regulated business.
  • Strong technical litigation expertise within debt recovery is essential, with the ability to manage complex cases and guide others effectively.
  • You will have a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and the ability to translate requirements into practical delivery.
  • Experience leading teams through change, combined with excellent communication and leadership skills, is key.
  • A commercial mindset, strategic thinking and a hands on approach to achieving results are essential.

What's on Offer

This is a senior leadership opportunity offering a salary of £70,000 to £80,000 plus pension and the chance to play a pivotal role within a growing, ambitious organisation. You will work closely with executive leadership, shaping the direction of a critical legal function while developing your own leadership profile. The business offers a collaborative and performance driven environment with genuine scope for progression and impact.If you're an experienced Legal Services Director, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Contact
Michael Bailey
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6997156
Phone number
+441132437739

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Litigation
Sector
Business Services
Location
Sheffield
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Bailey
Consultant phone
+441132437739
Job reference
JN-042026-6997156