Head of Family Law

£98k - £136k per annumEstimated
Full-time

Head of Family - Merseyside FIRM My client has a reputation for high quality work in all aspects of family law including divorce, financial matters and disputes about children. Their approach is based around providing a committed, personal service, and they are seeking an experienced Solicitor who can uphold their fantastic reputation in the local area.

ROLE

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and oversee the Family Law department, ensuring the highest standards of legal service.
  • Develop and implement strategies to drive departmental growth and success.
  • Manage a caseload of complex family law matters, including: Divorce and separation, Financial settlements, Child arrangements and parental disputes, Domestic abuse cases and Care proceedings
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior solicitors and support staff
  • Contribute to business development and marketing initiatives to strengthen the department's presence.
  • Ensure a strong client-focused approach, delivering exceptional service and legal expertise.
  • Represent the firm at networking events and within the legal community to enhance its reputation.
  • Keep up to date with changes in family law and ensure full compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
  • Attend hearings as an advocate when necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Qualified solicitor with a strong background in family law and preferably experience managing a team or department.
  • Membership of a recognised panel is essential to maintain legal aid supervision requirements
  • Extensive experience handling a variety of family law cases, including high-value financial disputes and sensitive child-related matters.
  • Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a team.
  • Excellent client care, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • A strategic mindset with a commercial awareness and a proactive approach to growth and development.
  • A strong commitment to helping clients navigate challenging family law matters.

BENEFITS

  • Competitive salary and benefits package (further details upon asking)
  • Some flexibility for hybrid working
  • A supportive and forward-thinking work environment
  • Genuine potential for Partnership in the future
  • Genuine career progression opportunities within a well-established and respected law firm
Please only apply for this opportunity if you have the requisite skills and experience. If you would like any further information please contact BCL Legal. For a full list of vacancies visit BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy posted a month ago
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