Head of Professional Support Unit - Employment

Your new company

An established national law firm is seeking a senior legal professional to lead its Professional Support function within the Employment, Pensions and Immigration group. This role offers the opportunity to influence how knowledge, legal updates and internal support are delivered across a rapidly expanding practice known for its excellent reputation and collaborative culture.If you enjoy combining legal expertise with innovation, technology and leadership, this position provides a broad platform to drive meaningful change.

Your new role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the direction, development and management of the team's Professional Support Lawyers. Key aspects of the position include:

• Providing leadership, guidance and support to a multi-disciplinary PSL team.
• Overseeing the development of legal know-how, client communications and digital content, including articles, briefings and wider campaigns.
• Designing and delivering training programmes to clients and internal teams.
• Enhancing the use of technology, managing automated precedents and exploring new systems that improve efficiency.
• Ensuring the group stays informed about relevant legal developments, market changes and best practice.
• Supporting induction processes for new joiners, ensuring a high-quality onboarding experience.
• Working closely with senior lawyers, innovation specialists and wider business services teams to strengthen the national offering.

What you'll need to succeed

This role would suit someone who:

• Is a qualified solicitor.
• Has significant experience in employment law and ideally exposure to immigration matters.
• Has either held a senior PSL role or operated as a senior fee-earner with substantial know-how or training responsibilities.
• Enjoys working with digital tools and has an interest in automation and modernising legal processes.
• Writes clearly and confidently, with the ability to create engaging, concise content.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and a commercial mindset.
• Works collaboratively and is comfortable leading and motivating others.

Applications from those seeking flexible or part-time working arrangements are welcomed.

What you'll get in return

• A leadership role within a forward-thinking, nationally respected practice.
• The chance to directly influence how legal support is delivered across a high-performing team.
• A culture that values creativity, knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive package of benefits.

What you need to do now

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