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Our client, a national law firm, are recruiting for an ambitious Family Solicitor to be Head of Department for their office in London or Birmingham.
This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role with scope to shape the team, drive growth, and manage a diverse caseload with a strong focus on privately funded and Legal Aid Agency (LAA) matters.
Overview
You’ll be responsible for leading a well-established team, overseeing casework quality, and playing a central role in departmental development. The ideal candidate will have experience handling private children law cases and family finance, alongside familiarity with publicly funded work.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the Family Law department, ensuring high standards of client care, compliance, and performance
* Handle your own caseload, with an emphasis on private children matters and selected Legal Aid cases
* Oversee and support junior solicitors and legal staff, offering mentorship and quality control
* Engage in business development initiatives to grow the firm’s private family law offering
* Maintain and build strong relationships with external partners, referrers, and professional networks
* Ensure compliance with LAA billing procedures, funding regulations, and internal protocols
Requirements
* Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Family Law
* Extensive experience with both privately funded and LAA family matters
* Strong background in private children law (e.g., residence, contact, relocation)
* Prior experience supervising or managing legal teams
* Excellent understanding of LAA billing, compliance, and cost management
* Confident communicator with strategic thinking and leadership capability
* Panel membership (Resolution, Law Society Family Panel) is highly desirable
Desirable
* Existing network or client base in the Birmingham or London regions
* Experience in developing or expanding a legal team or service line
What’s On Offer
* Senior leadership role with autonomy and clear progression path
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible working arrangements
* Supportive team culture and modern working practices
* Opportunity to shape a growing department within a respected national practice
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly.
Seniority level
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Director
Employment type
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Full-time
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