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Head of Family Department

£19.7 - £22.8 per hourEstimated

An ambitious and forward–thinking law firm is looking to establish and grow a brand–new Family Law department , and is seeking a Head of Family Law or a Senior Family Solicitor ready to step into a leadership role. This is a rare opportunity to build a department from the ground up , shape its strategy, and make a significant impact within a growing firm.

This role would suit someone currently operating at Senior Associate, Partner, or Head of Department level , or an experienced Family Solicitor with proven team leadership or management experience who is ready for the next step.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and grow the Family Law department from inception

• Manage and mentor junior solicitors, paralegals, and support staff

• Drive business development, networking, and client acquisition strategies

• Handle a broad caseload of privately funded family matters , including divorce, finances, and child arrangements

• Contribute to the strategic direction and long–term growth of the firm

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referrers

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales, ideally 5+ PQE though strong candidates at other levels will be considered

• Extensive experience in Family Law, including divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters

• Proven experience managing or supervising a team or demonstrating leadership capability

• Strong business development mindset with the ability to generate work and grow a department

• Excellent communication, client care, and organisational skills

• Ambition to take ownership of a department and progress towards Partnership or Equity

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to build and lead your own Family Law department

• Clear and transparent career progression to Partnership or Equity

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure aligned to performance

• Full autonomy with backing from a supportive and commercially focused senior leadership team

• A chance to play a key strategic role in the firm's expansion

This is an exceptional opportunity for a Family Solicitor who wants more than just a caseload and is looking for ownership, leadership, and long–term career progression .

Apply now for a confidential discussion about how this role could align with your career goals.

Contact Alvin Jose –

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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