Job Description
HEAD OF FAMILYBIRMINGHAM£55K - £70K We are working with a forward-thinking law firm that is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to take on a pivotal leadership role as Head of Family Law in Birmingham. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to shape and grow a thriving department, with a strong focus on privately paying matters alongside Legal Aid Agency (LAA) funded work. The RoleAs Head of Department, you will:
* Lead, manage, and inspire the Family Law team.
* Oversee a mixed caseload, predominantly LAA-funded matters alongside a smaller private caseload.
* Focus primarily on private children law cases (residence, contact, relocation, etc.), excluding DV-focused work.
* Supervise and mentor junior solicitors, ensuring consistent quality and compliance.
* Play a key role in business development and client relationship management.
* Build and maintain professional networks across the region.
Requirements
* Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Family Law.
* Panel membership (e.g., Resolution or Family Law Panel).
* Proven track record in private children law matters.
* Experience in both LAA and privately paying cases.
* Demonstrable leadership and supervision experience.
* Strong knowledge of LAA billing, compliance, and cost control.
* Strategic thinker with drive to grow and develop a department.
Desirable: Existing network and contacts in the Birmingham/West Midlands legal community.What's on Offer
* A leadership role with strategic influence and autonomy.
* Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
* Supportive and modern working environment.
* Genuine scope for career growth and departmental expansion.
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