Senior Family Solicitor | Head of Department | 6 PQE | Chelmsford/Essex A respected regional firm is backing its Family practice in Essex and is looking for a senior lawyer to take full ownership of the department. This is not a caretaker role. It is a chance to build, lead and shape a family team with real autonomy and a clear route to partnership from day one. The platform is already there. The brand is established. The work is flowing. What's needed now is a senior family solicitor ready to step into a visible, influential role. The Role Lead and grow the Family department in Essex Act as the go-to senior family lawyer in the office Handle high-quality private family work, including complex finances and children matters Build and develop your own practice with strong referral and marketing support Drive local profile, relationships and reputation Recruit, mentor and develop the next generation of family lawyers Play a key role in the firm's wider family strategy About You Senior Family Solicitor with 6 years' PQE Strong experience in private family law and contested matters Commercial, confident and comfortable leading from the front Proven interest in business development and profile building Natural leader with partnership firmly in mind What's on Offer Genuine Head of Department position Partnership pathway from the outset Immediate access to work and referrals Legal 500-recognised platform High-quality, often complex and HNW family matters Flexible working and supportive culture Competitive package with meaningful bonus potential Long-term leadership role within a growing regional firm The Firm A growing, well-regarded regional practice with a proven record of empowering senior lawyers. Strong internal referrals. Dedicated marketing support. A partner-led culture that rewards leadership, quality and long-term thinking. Apply now or contact Harrison for a confidential discussion.