Build your own family law team from the ground up
Join a well-respected, down-to-earth firm known for its supportive culture, offering flexibility, job security, and a generous benefits package.
A respected Tameside-based firm is seeking a Family Solicitor to lead its family department following a recent senior departure. With a paralegal and trainee already in place and plenty of work incoming, this role is ideal for someone looking to build and shape their own team, supported by a firm that values commercial thinking, compassion, and collaboration.
You will be stepping into a team with excellent foundations and high demand, with the freedom to structure and grow the department as you see fit. This role suits someone ready to make an impact—either already operating at a senior level or prepared to step up—who enjoys mentoring others and thrives in a collaborative, no-ego environment.
Who we’re looking for
* A well-rounded family solicitor with experience in matrimonial, private children, and legal aid work
* Comfortable managing a busy, predominantly privately funded caseload
* Commercially minded—able to identify, manage, and grow viable work streams
* Friendly, down-to-earth, motivated by building a team and making a difference
* Previous management experience is ideal but not essential if you have leadership qualities and drive
Salary & benefits
* Salary dependent on experience
* Hybrid working with at least one day per week from home
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, with a holiday loyalty scheme and the option to buy more
* Death in service and contributory pension
* Enhanced sick pay and paid car parking (where relevant)
* Laptop and mobile phone provided where required
* Payment of professional memberships and subscriptions
* Access to PayCare health cashback scheme and 24-hour GP line
* Long service bonus, birthday and seasonal gifts, annual salary review, and discretionary bonus scheme
* Flexible working, generous lunch breaks, and regular MAPD group wellbeing initiatives (e.g., monthly team walks and lunches)
* Career progression framework and support for higher education
* Regular social events, dress-down days, and an annual bonding weekend
Contact Amanda Bower
If you’re a family solicitor looking to lead your own team in a genuinely supportive, people-first firm, contact Amanda Bower at amanda.bower@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.
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