Family Solicitor – HYBRID – Isle Of Wight

Overview

Senior Family Solicitor role within a substantial regional firm, with a view to leading the Family Department. You will bring a solid track record in family matters to support departmental growth across multiple offices. The role combines high‑level fee earning, client development, and people management in a confidential, discreet search. This is a strategic appointment with potential for rapid progression and leadership of the department. Hybrid working is offered and the firm values senior, trusted professionals who can shape the family practice.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Family Department with an eye toward eventual leadership succession
• Manage fee earning and client development to grow the practice
• Provide expert guidance across a full range of Family matters
• Collaborate with cross-office teams to support regional growth
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality in an executive-level search and recruitment process

Key requirements

• Solid background in Family matters gained at a respected Legal 500 firm
• Proven fee earning ability
• Experience in management and client development
• Family Panel membership or willingness to work towards it (advantage)
• Senior, discreet candidate capable of confidential leadership transition

• Leadership and people management
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Business development and client relationship skills
• Expertise in Family Law
• Fee earning targets
• Client development and practice management

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