A leading law firm is recruiting a Senior Resource Manager to play a pivotal role within a growing Resource Management function, supporting a busy Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice.
This is a high‑impact position for an experienced resource professional who thrives at the intersection of people, data and complex legal work.
The role
As Senior Resource Manager, you will:
Lead work allocation and utilisation across Litigation & Dispute Resolution, ensuring matters are resourced fairly, efficiently and in line with individual expertise
Act as a trusted, neutral point of contact between Partners, Associates and HR, balancing client demands with internal capability
Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decisions through insight, credibility and commercial awareness
Use utilisation data and forecasting to anticipate capacity pressures and proactively manage resourcing challenges
Provide Partners with clear reporting on utilisation, trends and future capacity
Support the development of fee‑earners by aligning work opportunities with experience, career goals and development needs
Drive continuous improvement of resourcing processes, championing best practice across the practice area
Contribute to the wider resource management strategy, helping advance the firm’s long‑term objectives
About you
You’ll bring:
Proven experience in resource management within a litigation or dispute resolution environment
Strong analytical capability, with confidence in interpreting utilisation data and translating it into practical decisions
Gravitas and influence when working with senior stakeholders
A solutions‑focused mindset and the ability to navigate competing priorities
Excellent organisational, communication and presentation skills
A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in fee‑earner development and client service
Why apply?
A senior, visible role within a respected law firm
The opportunity to shape and mature a growing resource management function
Exposure to complex, high‑value litigation work
A supportive, inclusive and forward‑thinking culture
