Managing Director – Private Client Legal Services
Flexible Location (Midlands / Hertfordshire for Board Meetings)
Are you an ambitious legal leader ready to take ownership of a brand-new legal services venture? Do you want the autonomy to build your own practice with the financial backing of a major player in the wealth management industry?
IDEX are currently working with a client who are launching a new Private Client legal service, and they're seeking an Managing Director / Partner to lead its creation, development, and growth. This is a unique opportunity to take strategic control, scale a high-performing team, and establish a market-leading legal offering within an established client base.
The Opportunity
This is a Managing Director-level role with full responsibility for setting up, growing, and leading the Private Client legal practice. Reporting directly to the Board, you will:
* Develop & implement the business strategy in line with the Board’s vision.
* Build & lead a high-caliber team of fee earners within the private client legal market.
* Leverage an existing warm client base while driving business development and new client acquisition.
* Oversee operational management, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and excellence in service delivery.
* Manage financial performance, P&L responsibility, and growth targets to build a sustainable, profitable function.
About You
* A proven leader within Private Client legal services, at Partner or Senior Leadership level.
* A qualified lawyer with experience in managing legal advice and a client base
* A strategic thinker with experience in business planning, client development, and operational execution.
* Strong expertise in Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Estate Planning
* The drive and ambition to scale a business with full leadership responsibility.
* Commercial acumen and a track record of delivering financial growth in legal services.
Why Join?
A rare chance to build your own Private Client legal function with the full backing of a major financial institution.
Immediate access to an established network of wealth management clients.
Significant investment in the business to drive success and growth.
Flexibility on location, with board meetings in the Midlands/Hertfordshire.
A high-impact leadership role with long-term rewards and career progression.