Family Partner – Swansea- 8+ Years PQE

Overview

As Family Partner you will lead the growth of the Family Law offering in Swansea and Bridgend, shaping a regional department within a regional practice. You will work with senior leadership to drive a strategic growth plan, develop talent, and build long-term client relationships while delivering high-quality, high-value matters. The role combines leadership, business development, and exemplary client service to raise the firm’s profile across South Wales. You will be an ambassador for the firm, networks-driven and outcomes-focused, delivering sustainable growth.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (buy up to 3 additional days)
• Gym discounts
• Strong learning and development opportunities
• Milestone recognition and awards
• Refer a Friend scheme

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth and development of the Family Department in Swansea and Bridgend
• Drive regional business development to expand market share
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, introducers, businesses and stakeholders
• Act as an ambassador for the firm through networking, events and referrals
• Manage a varied, high-quality caseload including complex matters
• Identify and convert new business opportunities
• Recruit, develop and lead a regional Family team
• Manage case files, correspondence and diaries per firm procedures and SRA requirements
• Complete time recording, performance reviews and management information
• Collaborate cross-practice to maximise referral opportunities
• Deliver exceptional client service and uphold professional standards
• Utilise Case Management System and adopt new technologies
• Complete safeguarding training and respond to safeguarding concerns
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism and integrity
• Undertake other duties as required by senior leadership

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 8+ years’ PQE in Family Law
• Proven track record handling divorce, financial remedy, children matters and cohabitation disputes
• Experience in winning new business and building referral networks
• Strong commercial awareness with growth delivery ability
• Leadership or management experience with ability to recruit, develop and inspire teams
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ambition to establish and grow a leading practice
• Commitment to maintaining a strong personal fee-earning contribution
• Outstanding client relationship and business development skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation and networking abilities
• Strong organisational and case management skills
• Excellent IT skills and adaptability to new systems
• High professionalism, integrity and commercial judgement
• Collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to firm success

• Commercial awareness
• Leadership
• Communication
• Case Management System
• Time recording
• SRA compliance

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