Partner

Tan Ward is a boutique platform law firm that operates on a self-employed consultancy model, giving lawyers full autonomy over their practice without the constraints that come with traditional firm structures.

There are no billing targets and no opacity around earnings. The financial terms are agreed and fixed from the outset, and partners manage their own client relationships and workload independently.

The firm is looking to speak with Partner-level lawyers and senior associates who have an established client following and are considering a more independent model — either now or in due course.

The Model

As a self-employed consultant, you will manage your own client relationships and matters while benefiting from the firm's infrastructure, brand, and operational support. This role is ideally suited to lawyers who value autonomy, flexibility, and direct control over their practice and earnings.

What We’re Looking For

• Partner-level lawyers, or senior associates ready to make the transition to a genuinely independent practice
• Approximately 8 years’ PQE or above, though this is flexible for candidates with a strong and demonstrable practice
• Commercial acumen and an entrepreneurial mindset — you are comfortable running your practice as a business
• The ability to work independently and manage matters without supervision

The firm has built its reputation in music, media, and technology, but genuinely welcomes candidates from any sector or practice area. What matters is that you have a portable practice and are motivated by the model — not where your clients come from.

What the Role Offers

• A highly competitive and transparent fee-sharing structure — details shared on request
• Full autonomy over your practice, your clients, and your working style
• No billing targets and no requirement to be office-based
• Full back office support provided
• A collaborative community of high-quality lawyers who care about the work they do
• The brand, profile, and platform of a firm that has already built a genuine reputation in its sectors

Please send your CV to our retained agent Nick Wasserman of Handle Recruitment using the link provided, or contact Nick for a confidential discussion. Please note that any direct applications will be forwarded to Handle for their consideration on our behalf.