A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced and driven Legal Services Team Leader to join a leading international law firm in Birmingham. This role is ideal for a qualified lawyer with strong supervisory experience who is looking to take on a hands-on leadership position within a fast-paced, innovative environment.
As Team Leader, you will manage centralised paralegal teams - both permanent and contract - supporting a broad range of projects, including large-scale document reviews and due diligence work across all Practice Groups. You’ll gain exposure to varied sectors and dynamic matters, while developing specialist expertise in emerging legal technologies such as AI-assisted document review and automated contract drafting.
Working closely with senior management and Legal Operations, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, efficient services while supporting the growth, development, and well-being of your team. You will also contribute to business development, marketing, and recruitment activities, offering valuable insight into the wider business.
The role:
- Leading teams of paralegals across multiple projects, including briefing, task allocation, quality control, query resolution, and day-to-day supervision.
- Holding pastoral and professional development discussions with paralegal team members.
- Ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to exceptional client standards.
- Supporting the creation of best practice materials, briefing notes, and practical examples.
- Collaborating with external vendors, managing timelines, and ensuring seamless delivery.
- Building capability in new legal technology tools and systems.
- Assisting with resource planning and workflow management.
About you:
- UK or Foreign Qualified Solicitor (with current practising certificate) or CILEX Lawyer.
- Proven experience supervising junior lawyers and/or paralegals (essential).
- Comfortable working in a high-volume environment with multiple concurrent projects.
- Experience across areas such as Litigation, Corporate, or Real Estate; transactional experience is highly advantageous.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Proactive, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic about innovation in legal services.
This is a unique chance for a Lawyer to step into a pivotal leadership role within a top-tier law firm, working at the forefront of legal service delivery in a collaborative, forward-thinking team offering a strong work–life balance. Apply today to learn more.
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