Family Lawyer: Partner Appointment

Overview

As a senior family lawyer, you will lead the Manchester family team and shape the firm’s regional growth. You drive business development and strategic expansion of the family practice, delivering privately funded matrimonial work. You’ll operate at partner level (or just below) and build the team without needing a client following. This role offers a high-visibility platform, strong work-life balance, and flexible hybrid working to support long-term career impact.

Pay / Benefits

• good work/life balance
• hybrid flexibility
• excellent financial package

Responsibilities

• Head and grow the Manchester family law team
• Develop and expand the private matrimonial practice in the region
• Lead business development initiatives to build department visibility and revenue

Key requirements

• Operating at partner level or just below
• Willingness to drive business development
• Ability to grow the department without a guaranteed client following

• Leadership
• Strategic thinking
• Stakeholder engagement
• Communication
• Family law (matrimonial)
• Privately funded matrimonial matters

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