Head of Team / Family Supervising Solicitor (Solicitor or Legal Executive)
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.
Location: Leeds
Hybrid working
Salary: up to £80K DOE
Pertemps are proud to work in partnership recruiting for a Head of Team / Family Supervising Solicitor on behalf of a prestigious and highly regarded law firm based in Leeds City Centre.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Family Solicitor to join an award-winning, forward-thinking firm that has been voted “Best Law Firm to Work For in 2025”.
The firm places people at the heart of everything they do – employees and clients alike – and is committed to achieving the very best outcomes.
About the Role
As a Supervising Solicitor, you will:
* Lead, manage and grow an established family law team.
* Deliver outstanding legal services and exceptional client care.
* Support the team in achieving panel accreditation and continuous professional development.
* Drive business development through networking and relationship building.
What They’re Looking For
* 3+ years PQE in family law.
* Strong experience in:
* Care Proceedings and PLO matters
* Divorce and financial remedy cases
* Private Law Children
* Domestic Abuse, Non-Molestation and Occupation Orders
* General family matters, including cohabitation disputes
* Experience of managing a team (or readiness to step into a leadership role).
* Understanding of Legal Aid work and ability to undertake and generate private paying work.
* A proactive approach to business development and networking.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary up to £80k DOE and bonus structure – share in the firm’s success when targets are met.
* Generous holiday entitlement: 28 days plus bank holidays.
* Hybrid working options for improved work-life balance.
* Pension scheme with employer contributions.
* Private health cover through Benenden Healthcare.
* Regular social events, including bi-annual summer and Christmas parties.
* Ongoing training and development with annual salary reviews.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your legal career and join an award-winning firm that values its people, we would love to hear from you.