Education Law Partner | Top 100 Law Firm | London | Academies and State Schools Focus
This leading Top 100 national law firm, highly regarded for this sector, is seeking an experienced Education Partner to step into a pivotal leadership role as State Funded Schools Lead (AMS – Academies & Maintained Schools).
This is a very important strategic senior hire with a strong emphasis on public law and a genuine opportunity to shape and grow a high-profile practice in the state-funded education sector.
The Role
You’ll take a visible leadership position advising academies, MATs, SATs and state schools on complex, high-impact matters. The role spans a broad range of public law and regulatory issues, with scope to influence strategy, clients, and team direction.
Key Experience
- Extensive experience in the state-funded education sector
- Strong expertise in public law as it applies to schools
- Proven capability across areas such as:
- Admissions & appeals
- Governance, complaints & decision-making
- SEND & discrimination
- Safeguarding & pupil discipline
- Investigations & critical incidents
- Judicial review & civil claims
- Registration & inspection
Who This Would Suit
- A recognised name in the education sector with an established network in this space
- A trusted adviser with strong technical depth
- A confident communicator and relationship builder
- A collaborative leader experienced in handling complex, sensitive matters
- A following would be advantageous
The Platform
- Top-tier national education practice
- Strong, established client base across the sector
- Collaborative, non-hierarchical culture
- Real opportunity to lead, shape and grow within a dynamic team
Location & Flexibility
- Offices: London, Bristol, or Birmingham (preference for London or Bristol)
- Hybrid working: ~2–3 days in the office
Interested?
This firm is open to conversations with standout individuals in the sector - even those not actively looking.
If you’d like a discrete discussion, apply for confidential consideration or call Charlie Simpkin at JMC Legal Recruitment for more information.