CEO (Law Firm)

Company: Future Law
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Location: London
Job Description:

CEO / Managing Partner – Private Equity-Backed Law Firm Venture

“New entrepreneurial opportunity to build and lead a next-generation legal services platform”.

My client, a well-capitalised private equity sponsor, is launching a new law firm venture with an ambitious buy-and-build strategy. We are seeking an exceptional Law Firm CEO / Managing Partner candidate to lead the platform from inception, driving strategic growth, acquisition integration, client development, and firm culture. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded legal leader to create significant equity value while shaping a market-leading professional services business.

Who we’re looking for:

– Partner or Equity Partner within a law firm.

– Strong background in Corporate, Employment, or Real Estate law.

– Proven commercial growth and entrepreneurial mindset.

– Established and transferrable client following

– Ambition to build, acquire, scale as appose to just doing the work!

– Credibility to engage with investors, acquisition targets, clients.

– Candidate Ideal location?: (London, Cardiff, Bristol, Brighton).

As CEO / Managing Partner, you will have responsibility for:

– Defining and executing the firm’s growth strategy.

– Leading acquisition activity and post-deal integration.

– Building a high-performance culture and leadership team.

– Developing client relationships and revenue streams.

– Creating long-term value for shareholders, employees, and clients.

What Support / Access Will You Have?

– Commercial, Personable and Friendly growth-focused team of Investors

– Significant Resources and as much hands on support as requested).

– Recruitment Panel covering 10-15% of the UK Legal Recruitment Market.

*Prospects that are invited past pre-screen interviews may be asked to sign an NDA before starting a formal interview process. All communication is treated as private and confidential.

Posted: June 4th, 2026