Family Legal Director / Partner – Derby, UK
Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent
Recruitment Partner: Bewley Recruitment Ltd
About Our Recruitment Partner – Bewley Recruitment Ltd
Bewley Recruitment Ltd is a specialist legal and financial recruitment consultancy based in Bristol, UK. Established in 1993, the company connects legal professionals with law firms and organisations across the UK, recruiting for roles ranging from paralegal and fee-earner positions to senior solicitors and partners.
Bewley Recruitment focuses on matching candidates with suitable career opportunities while providing a professional, confidential, and supportive recruitment experience.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Family Legal Director / Partner to join a legal practice in Derby. This senior position offers the opportunity to lead a family law team, manage complex cases, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the strategic growth of the practice.
The ideal candidate will have substantial family law experience, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality legal advice and client care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal advice on divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, and other family law matters.
- Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring efficient case progression and high‑quality outcomes.
- Lead, mentor, and develop solicitors and other legal professionals.
- Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings where appropriate.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional and empathetic service.
- Develop business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the family law practice.
- Monitor changes in family law legislation, procedures, and professional standards.
- Collaborate with other legal teams to deliver comprehensive client services.
- Maintain accurate case documentation and ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Your Profile
- Qualified solicitor or barrister with substantial experience in family law.
- Proven experience handling complex family law matters.
- Strong knowledge of divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, and relevant legal procedures.
- Previous experience leading, supervising, or mentoring legal professionals.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Commercial awareness and an interest in developing client relationships and business opportunities.
- Commitment to professional standards, confidentiality, and client care.
What We Offer
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements, subject to the firm's requirements.
- Comprehensive benefits package, according to the employer's terms.
- Opportunity to contribute to the development of a family law practice.
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