Job title: Partner, Family Location: Manchester Reports to: Andrew Farrell, Head of Manchester Office Status: Salaried partner, full time Purpose of the role To lead, develop and grow Prosperity Law's privately funded family practice in Manchester, developing it through the postholder's own following and business development, supported by our marketing department. Main responsibilities Run a caseload of privately funded family matters: divorce and separation, financial remedy, Children Act applications, cohabitation agreements, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. Develop the practice: build referrer relationships with mediators, IFAs, accountants and other professionals, and bring in the postholder's own work. Supervise and develop the team, including allocation of work, file reviews and appraisals. Set pricing and decide which matters the practice takes on. Work with the marketing function on enquiry generation, client reviews and referrer relationships. Contribute to cross-referrals with the private client, residential property and wider teams. Meet the practice's financial targets. Comply with SRA requirements, the firm's risk, AML and file management procedures, and maintain a practising certificate. Person specification Essential Qualified solicitor or CILEX practitioner in England and Wales, 8+ years PQE in family law Experience across divorce, financial remedy and private children matters, pre and post nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements An established following of clients and/or referrers Experience supervising fee earners A track record of meeting financial targets Desirable Resolution membership Experience of complex or high net worth financial remedy work Arbitration, collaborative law or private FDR experience Established referrer relationships with mediators or financial professionals in the North West Terms Salary: negotiable Bonus: profit share Hybrid working available Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr
Family Law Partner employer: Prosperity Law LLP
Prosperity Law is an exceptional employer for Family Law Partners in Manchester, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional growth and development. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements, competitive salaries, and a profit-sharing bonus structure, all while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality legal services. The firm encourages building strong relationships within the community, providing ample opportunities for networking and business development.
