Average Director salary in Sevenoaks

About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 45% of our partnership. The team you will join Our Residential Real Estate team sits within our wider Real Estate Division. The team work collaboratively across the Birketts’ offices adopting a “one team” approach in everything they do, with client service at the heart of the practice. The work you will be doing Responsibilities will include: Acting for a range of clients on a diverse range of residential real estate mattersActing on the purchase, sale and financing of routine and complex freehold/leasehold and high value propertiesWorking alongside and developing relationships with local agents including high end property finders and estate agentsActing on mainstream residential conveyancing to support the wider practiceProviding technical support to the local team members including overseeing and training of junior team members as the need arisesPlay a key role in the growth and development of the teamEnsuring client needs are met with the highest standard of professionalism and efficiency Maintaining and growing client relationships and contributing to the strategic direction and success of the firm. Leading and mentoring a team of junior lawyers, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. Participating in networking events, conferences and other business development activities to promote the firm’s servicesContribute to thought leadership and sector-focused marketing initiatives Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for Birketts has designed a 'Talent Management Framework' which provides a career structure that will help us develop, retain and reward talented people.   As a Senior Associate, we typically expect candidates to have a minimum of 6 years PQE. As a Legal Director, we typically expect candidates to have a minimum of 8 years PQE. Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team developmentBrings legal expertise, aligns advice with clients’ commercial objectives, directs research effectively, and drafts clear, accurate complex documentationManages time recording and billing effectively, prices work profitably, supports credit control, meets financial targets.Demonstrates strategic business development, winning new clients, driving high-profile pitches, building a strong regional profile, and identifying cross-selling opportunities across the firmManages matters and client relationships to a high standard, maintaining regular contact, meeting expectations, and demonstrating deep understanding of clients’ businesses and strategic objectivesBuilds credibility and trust through strong relationships, continuous professional development, and championing positive changeProactively manages risk and compliance tasks, follows best practice, maintains practical Lexcel knowledge, and seeks feedback to drive continuous improvementStrong attention to detail to produce work documentation which is consistently of a high standardProfessional integrity and a commitment to providing excellent client serviceTo be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation Any information provided in relation to PQE should be used for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Applicants will be considered on their individual merits Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Benefits As a Birketts colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank HolidaysLong Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous servicePrivate Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed)Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)Life Assurance - 4 x salary / Permanent Health InsurancePaid CSR DayEnhanced Maternity/Paternity LeaveSubsidised gym membershipElectric car schemeDress for your Day Policy You can find out more on our website: https://recognition-reward-benefits/ Inclusivity and Culture At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth.  Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partn

About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do.  RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 45% of our partnership. The team you will join The Agriculture team sits within the wider Private Client Division. The team is one of the best qualified and largest agricultural teams in the UK market, providing a comprehensive range of legal services to farmers, landowners and agri-business specialists. The team advises clients on all aspects of UK legislation affecting rural real estate investment - including farm acquisitions and disposals, renewable energy projects, planning issues, natural capital, investment in equestrian and rural estate, rights of way and environmental liabilities. The team is ranked in ‘Band 1’ in Chambers and ‘Tier 1’ in Legal 500 As one of the UK's leading advisers to the rural sector, we have a long-standing reputation for delivering expert legal advice to farmers, landowners, estates, rural businesses and agricultural organisations. Our Agriculture and Estates team has a long established group of transactional lawyers across all of our offices.  In February 2026,  Edward Venmore and his team joined Birketts in our Bristol office with part of their focus being to build our specialist agricultural disputes practice across the firm. We are now looking to further expand that disputes team with a senior recruit in one of our offices in the East.   The new recruit will help us provide dedicated contentious agricultural expertise and broaden our regional coverage. They will work closely with Edward and Danielle Spalding to build our national agricultural disputes practice and at the same time work with colleagues across our wider dispute resolution teams. The work you will be doing We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded agricultural disputes solicitor to join our growing Agriculture and Estates team in the East. Responsibilities will include: Advising on a broad range of contentious agriculture and rural land matters, including agricultural tenancy and occupation issues, farming partnership and succession disputes, proprietary estoppel claims, rights of way, restrictive covenant and boundary issues, rural property disputes and other contentious matters affecting the agricultural sector.Ensuring client needs are met with the highest standard of professionalism and efficiencyMaintaining and growing client relationships and contributing to the strategic direction and success of the firm. Work closely with specialist teams across the firm, including  Private Client Advisory, Family, Real Estate, Energy, Planning and Regulatory to deliver seamless, commercially focused advice tailored to the needs of agricultural and rural clientsParticipate in networking events, conferences and other business development activities to promote the firm’s services and to build a contentious agricultural offering in the East. Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. What we are looking for Birketts has designed a 'Talent Management Framework' which provides a career structure that will help us develop, retain and reward talented people.  As a Senior Associate, we typically expect candidates to have a minimum of 6 years PQE. As a Legal Director, we typically expect a minimum of 8 years PQE. Brings specialist legal expertise, aligns advice with clients’ commercial objectives, directs research effectively, and drafts clear, accurate complex documentation  Manages time recording and billing effectively, prices work profitably, supports credit control, meets financial targets.  Demonstrates strategic business development, winning new clients, driving high-profile pitches, building a strong regional profile, and identifying cross-selling opportunities across the firm  Manages matters and client relationships to a high standard, maintaining regular contact, meeting expectations, and demonstrating deep understanding of clients’ businesses and strategic objectives  Builds credibility and trust through strong relationships, continuous professional development, and championing positive change  Strong attention to detail to produce work documentation which is consistently of a high standard  Professional integrity and a commitment to providing excellent client service  To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation  Any information provided in relation to PQE should be used for guidance only and will not be determinative in the recruitment decision. Applicants will be considered on their individual merits.     Hybrid Working Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. This role attracts a split of 60% office days and 40% working from home days per week. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part-time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.  Benefits As a Birketts colleague, you will be eligible to receive a wide range of benefits: 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous

We are delighted to be working with a leading property consultancy to find them an experienced and ambitious Associate Director for their successful Sevenoaks office.This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong estate agent with excellent local knowledge to drive new business, secure instructions and generate revenue across the Sevenoaks market.You’ll be responsible for:Achieving individual and team sales targetsSecuring new instructions and developing client relationshipsLeading pitches and winning new businessManaging negotiations and progressing sales through to completionProviding expert advice and exceptional customer serviceMaintaining strong local and professional networksSupporting the Head of Office with revenue and profitabilityAs Associate Director you will receive:£40,000 Basic£70,000 OTECompany car allowancePrivate medical coverStrong career development and benefits packageExperience & skills you’ll need:Proven track record in residential salesStrong knowledge of Sevenoaks and the surrounding areaExperience securing instructions and converting appraisalsExcellent negotiation and communication skillsStrong client relationship and business development abilitiesGood knowledge of the residential sales processFull UK driving licenseTo apply, please email your CV Edward Weisz at Collins Property Recruitment. We will contact you if your background aligns with the role.Should this role not be for you, but you would like to refer a friend or colleague to us, we'll happily give you £300 worth of vouchers if we successfully place them!