Legal Resource Strategist: Talent & Utilization (Hybrid)

Larbey Evans Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable UK law firm is seeking a Legal Resource Manager to lead resource allocation across teams and locations. The ideal candidate will have strong stakeholder management skills and a background in law or resource management. Key responsibilities include improving career development opportunities, building trusted relationships with senior Partners, and effectively managing resource utilisation. This role offers a salary up to £80,000 along with fantastic employee benefits and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Fantastic employee benefits

Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days WFH

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer or other professional with relevant experience.
• Strong commercial insight required for effective decision-making.
• Experience in resource management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Allocate work fairly among teams to ensure equal access for fee earners.
• Enhance career development by providing diverse work opportunities.
• Build trusted relationships with Partners to understand their needs.
• Monitor resource utilisation and provide weekly reports.
• Manage trainee performance and allocate appropriate work.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Persuasive communication

Ability to drive change

Education

Law degree or relevant experience within a law firm

Tools

Resource management software

Job description

A reputable UK law firm is seeking a Legal Resource Manager to lead resource allocation across teams and locations. The ideal candidate will have strong stakeholder management skills and a background in law or resource management. Key responsibilities include improving career development opportunities, building trusted relationships with senior Partners, and effectively managing resource utilisation. This role offers a salary up to £80,000 along with fantastic employee benefits and a hybrid working environment.