Overview
In this role you will lead the Family department within a Wiltshire law firm, shaping a growing team and setting direction for privately funded family work. You will manage a caseload across divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters while coaching colleagues and aligning with senior leadership. You’ll contribute to training, development, and strategic business growth. This is a chance to drive impact through leadership, senior collaboration, and a focus on quality client service. You will work in a collaborative, high-stakes environment with a clear opportunity to influence department performance.
Pay / Benefits
- Competitive salary + bonus scheme
- Hybrid working considered
- Pension
- Free parking
- Employee discounts
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload including divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
- Mentor and develop colleagues and collaborate with senior leadership
- Play a key role in training, development, and business growth
- Lead the family law team and contribute to strategic direction
Key requirements
- Qualified solicitor or legal executive with 5+ PQE
- Deep expertise in privately funded family law
- Ability to work under pressure and handle complex cases
- Advocacy experience and strong leadership with clear communication
- leadership
- communication
- mentoring
- private family law
- case management
- advocacy
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