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Family Solicitor

Posted 11 days 13 hours ago by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

£60,000 - £70,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Worcestershire, Worcester, United Kingdom, WR1 1
Job Description
FAMILY SOLICITORWORCESTER£60K - £70K A top regional law firm are recruiting for a Senior Family Solicitor to work as the Head of Department and lead a Family Law team. This role balances high-level fee earning with the strategic management of solicitors, trainees, and support staff.Key Responsibilities:
  • Leadership: Supervise a small team, managing performance, recruitment, and succession planning.
  • Caseload: Oversee complex matters including Divorce, Financial Remedies, Children Act cases, and TOLATA.
  • Operations: Ensure SRA compliance, manage Legal Aid (LAA) processes, and meet departmental billing targets.
  • Growth: Drive business development and strategic departmental planning.
Requirements
  • Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a clean Practising Certificate.
  • Experience: Substantial PQE in Family Law, including advocacy and supervising junior staff
  • Technical: Strong IT skills (Office 365) and experience with legal case management systems.
  • Soft Skills: Empathetic approach to vulnerable clients combined with a proactive, "forward-thinking" leadership style.
  • Ideally around 10 years PQE with supervisory experience
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Family Solicitor that is looking to join a top regional law firm who offer excellent career prospects and 1 day working from home. Applicants looking for a higher salary should also apply!
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