At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a leading law firm and shape the family law team with your expertise.
- Company: Legal 500 regional law firm known for its collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Up to £80,000 salary, bonuses, and office closure during Christmas.
- Other info: Opportunity to work across multiple offices in the North West.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in family law while working with high-net-worth clients.
- Qualifications: 6+ years of experience in family law and strong commercial acumen.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 £ per year.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a Legal 500 regional law firm as a Legal Director. The existing client base consists of HNW and UHNW individuals and families across the North West. The firm is widely recognised for its work on a broad range of family law matters including divorce, ancillary relief, child arrangements, prenuptial and pre-partnership agreements.
This full-service practice will allow the incoming candidate to work with the Partner to help shape and grow the existing team, as well as work alongside experienced fee earners. The full-service law firm also has a strong real estate, private client and corporate/commercial departments, working collaboratively with the family team.
A strong business network in Manchester, a genuine reason for leaving their current practice and an ambitious mindset is essential to the position.
The Candidate
- Family Senior Associate/ Legal Director with at least 6 years post-qualification experience gained at a reputable law firm
- A portable client following would be advantageous
- Sound technical ability and excellent commercial acumen
- Demonstrated success in high-value and complex cases
- Strong academic profile
The Benefits and How to Apply
- Competitive basic salary - Up to £80,000 p/a
- Lucrative bonus structure
- Office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Full benefits package
- Work from multiple offices across the North West
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact: Paul Wingfield, Retained Consultant
More About William James Recruitment: William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK.
Wanted: Family Legal Director employer: William James Recruitment
At William James Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Birmingham office provides flexible working options and a competitive salary package, alongside numerous employee benefits that support professional growth and work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for ambitious legal professionals seeking to advance their careers in contentious probate law.
