Consultant Solicitor

Consultant Solicitor • Freelance • Southampton

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload within your area of legal expertise.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation to individuals and businesses.
• Draft, review and negotiate legal documents, contracts and agreements.
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm on cross-disciplinary matters.
• Ensure full compliance with SRA regulations and professional standards.
• Maintain the highest levels of client care, confidentiality and integrity.
• Actively develop and grow your own client portfolio.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in your chosen area of law.
• Ability to manage your own caseload independently.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and commercial awareness.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• Existing client following is advantageous but not essential.

Why Join Ackroyd Legal?

Ackroyd Legal provides Consultant Solicitors with the flexibility to work on a freelance, part-time or full-time basis while retaining control over their practice. You'll benefit from competitive fee-sharing, access to experienced colleagues, professional support, marketing resources, compliance assistance and opportunities to expand your network within a respected national law firm.

Build Your Own Practice

Whether you specialise in property, litigation, family law, employment, corporate or private client work, you'll have the autonomy to manage your own clients while enjoying the backing of an established legal brand and modern operational support.