Oculus are working with an established Legal 500 law firm looking to appoint a Family Director into a strategic leadership position. This opportunity would suit an experienced Family Partner, Head of Department or Senior Family Solicitor seeking a role with significant autonomy, influence and responsibility for the continued growth of a successful family law offering. The successful candidate will combine leadership responsibilities with a high-quality caseload of privately funded family matters, while playing a key role in business development, team growth and long-term strategic planning. The position offers the opportunity to: β’ Lead and develop an established family law team β’ Contribute to the firm's growth strategy and wider business objectives β’ Maintain and develop key professional relationships and referral networks β’ Handle complex private family law matters β’ Support recruitment, mentoring and team development initiatives β’ Influence the future direction of the department Requirements: β’ Significant experience in private family law 10+ PQE β’ Strong leadership and people management skills β’ Commercial awareness and business development experience β’ Proven ability to build relationships and develop new work β’ Excellent communication and client care skills This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious family lawyer looking to take on a broader leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking firm. megan.keyworth-wright@oculuslegalgroup.com 07771357113