Head of Family

Head of Family Law - Leamington Spa

Exciting opportunity to lead and develop a well-established Family Law department within a reputable firm in Leamington Spa.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Department to provide strong leadership to their Family Law team, covering divorce, child contact, and financial remedy matters.

This role encompasses strategic departmental management alongside managing your own complex caseload.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the Family Law Department, including financial management, risk and compliance, and team performance and development.
- Manage a busy caseload of financial remedy and private law children matters.
- Provide expert advice and representation to clients.
- Draft all necessary legal documentation.
- Ensure effective communication within the department and represent the team in management meetings.
- Achieve fee-earning targets and ensure timely billing.
- Maintain high standards of client care and file management.
- Contribute to the firm's business development activities and raise the profile of the department.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Oversee the training and development of team members.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

- A minimum of 5 years' PQE as a Family Private Solicitor with experience leading on complex cases.
- Proven experience in managing a caseload of financial remedy and private law children matters.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
- Excellent communication, client care, and organisational skills.
- A thorough understanding of relevant legislation and case law.
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development.
- A commitment to compliance and risk management.
- Ideally, membership of an appropriate accredited panel (e.g., Family Law, Advanced Family Law, Children's Panel, Resolution Specialist).
- A clean driving license and access to a vehicle.
- Proficiency in relevant IT systems and case management software.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual to make a significant impact within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

Salary and Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.