Job Description Are you a Head of Family Lawyer looking to lead a Legal 500 ranked team offering a Competitive Salary, flexible working, genuine career development, a supportive culture and more? This is an excellent opportunity to lead and grow a highly regarded Family department delivering high-quality privately funded work.
One of the oldest law firms in England, established in 1761, now a modern and progressive practice recognised by The Legal 500 and recently named the number one law firm in East Anglia for client recommendation by Legal 500 research. The Family team is trusted across the region for divorce, separation, child arrangements, financial matters and care proceedings, and the firm holds Silver Accreditation from Best Employers Eastern Region, reflecting its genuinely supportive and inclusive culture.
Head of Family Lawyer Position Overview:
Advise on complex, high-value privately funded family matters, including substantial assets and complex financial arrangements
Support and mentor colleagues while maintaining high standards of client care
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Family Lawyer:
Managing a varied caseload of privately funded family matters, including divorce, financial remedy and children arrangements, from instruction through to resolution
Advising clients on complex and high-value financial matters with sensitivity and professionalism
Conducting detailed legal research and case analysis, liaising with experts, counsel and the courts
Supervising and mentoring junior staff, apprentices and trainee solicitors
Driving business development through referrer relationships, networking and marketing events
Requirements of the Head of Family Lawyer:
Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or equivalent with significant privately funded family law expertise (typically around 8 years' experience or more)
Demonstrable experience advising clients with substantial assets and complex financial arrangements
Strong leadership qualities with the ability to develop and grow a team
The Benefits for the Head of Family Lawyer role:
Competitive Salary
Flexible and part-time working considered
Career development and progression
If you are a Head of Family Lawyer looking to lead a Legal 500 ranked team delivering high-quality privately funded work, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 37839.
Care Lawyer/ Family Solicitor employer: Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd
Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer for those seeking a dynamic and supportive work environment in Chelmsford. With a strong emphasis on professional development and access to cutting-edge legal technology, employees can expect meaningful career growth while managing a diverse caseload. The collaborative culture, combined with opportunities for advancement, makes this a rewarding place to build your legal career.
Contact Details:
Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
