Partner - Education

Education 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.