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Commercial Partner

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  • £110000 - £160000 per annum + additional benefits
  • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
  • Permanent
  • Legal, Private Practice

A rare and strategic opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded Partner (or ambitious Senior Associate/Legal Director ready to step up) to join a growing Top 50 national law firm as they launch their new office in Milton Keynes.

This is a growth-focused hire with the opportunity to help establish and shape the firm's regional presence. With a strong national footprint, modern infrastructure and a commercially driven culture, the firm offers an agile, forward-thinking platform designed to support ambitious lawyers with business development drive and client relationships.

The Role - What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead and grow the Commercial practice in Milton Keynes, supported by a national network of sector specialists.

  • Develop, manage and expand client relationships, leveraging strong BD and networking experience.

  • Advise on a wide range of commercial, corporate and transactional matters.

  • Collaborate across the national platform to maximise cross-referrals and sector offerings.

  • Mentor junior lawyers and help build the local team as the office grows.

  • Play a key role in the firm's regional profile-raising through events, networking and partnerships.

About You

  • Established Commercial Partner, or Senior Associate/Legal Director with a proven track record and ready to step into partnership.

  • Strong business development capabilities, with some portable clients or contacts highly desirable.

  • Excellent technical expertise with a commercial, solutions-led mindset.

  • Entrepreneurial approach, excited by the chance to build and shape something new.

  • Collaborative, client-focused, and confident in managing high-level relationships.

Why Join?

  • Growing Top 50 National Firm with a modern, collaborative and commercial culture.

  • Strategic Growth Role - shape and influence the development of the new Milton Keynes office.

  • Leading Earnings Potential - £110k-£160k starting package, plus bonuses and clear progression.

  • Full-Service National Platform - strong brand, modern support and cross-office collaboration.

  • Entrepreneurial Environment - ideal for those who enjoy BD, autonomy and building client relationships.

If you're a commercially minded lawyer seeking a high-impact role within a growing Top 50 national firm, please contact Faith Kelly for a confidential conversation.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Faith Kelly Senior Manager

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