Head of Private Family Solicitor

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Head of Private Family Solicitor to join their team at any of their London offices. The firm offers a competitive salary of circa £70,000 per annum, hybrid working, performance-related bonuses, private healthcare, annual salary reviews, and an excellent benefits package.

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The ideal candidate will be a Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE and strong experience in private family law and domestic abuse matters. You will be keen to undertake business development and have either previous supervisory experience or the ambition to step into a leadership role, working closely with the Partners and Senior Management to support the continued growth of the Family Department.

 
Type of work for this Head of Private Family Solicitor:

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• Private Children Act proceedings

Domestic abuse matters, including applications for Non-Molestation Orders and Occupation Orders

Divorce and financial remedy proceedings

Cohabitation disputes and matters involving unmarried couples

General private family law matters

Experience of undertaking legally aided private family law work would be advantageous

Benefits for this Head of Private Family Solicitor opportunity:

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• Hybrid working

Profit sharing through bonuses

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Health Care

Admin support

Firm laptop and mobile phone

Cycle to Work Scheme

Training and development

Supportive supervision from mentors

Appraisals and salary reviews

Summer and Christmas parties

Additional perks and benefits

Competitive training packages.

Modern paperless environment

Billing/Credit Control team

About the Firm:

A nationally recognised law firm with over 20 years’ experience, ranked by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners and featured in The Times Best Law Firms (2023–2025). The firm handles both private and publicly funded work and continues to grow nationwide with a team of 200+ professionals.


If you're a Head of Private Family Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. xwzovoh  Alternatively, contact Mia Henderson at Law Staff Limited quoting reference: 37814


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