Legal Director – Family Law
Location:Sevenoaks, KentWorking Pattern:Hybrid / Flexible
We are instructed on behalf of aTop 50 UK law firmwith a long‑established national presence and an excellent reputation for quality, culture and career development. The firm advises individuals, businesses and public sector clients across the UK and internationally and is consistently recognised as one of the best legal employers in the country.
The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity for an experiencedFamily Legal Directorto join ahighly regarded and growing Family teamin Sevenoaks. The department is nationally recognised for its technical excellence, innovation and supportive culture, and is entering an exciting phase of expansion.
You will work closely with leading practitioners on complex, high‑value matters and play a key role in the team’s continued growth.
The Role
You will manage a varied family law caseload while contributing to leadership, supervision and business development.
Key Responsibilities
Managing your own caseload with appropriate delegation
Supporting senior lawyers on complex and high‑value matters
Delivering excellent client service and managing expectations
Managing fees and budgets
Contributing to business development and profile‑raising
Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers
About You
You will be a confident, commercially minded family lawyer with a minimum of6 years’ PQE, ideally from a regional, national or City firm.
Desirable Experience
Divorce and financial remedy proceedings
Nuptial and cohabitation agreements
Children matters
International family law
Modern families (surrogacy, adoption, fertility law)
ADR (desirable, not essential)
An existing client following is welcomed butnot essential. Strong IT skills and an interest in business development are important.
Career Development & Flexibility
The firm offers a clearcareer progression framework, transparent promotion criteria and genuine investment in long‑term development. Hybrid, flexible and part‑time working arrangements are fully supported.
Benefits
30 days’ annual leave (FTE) plus Bank Holidays
Private healthcare
Pension (5% employer contribution)
Profit share and bonus scheme
Life assurance and permanent health insurance
Enhanced parental leave
Paid CSR day
Gym subsidy and electric car scheme
Diversity & Inclusion
The firm is anEqual Opportunity Employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, with selection based solely on merit.
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