Head Of Family
6 days left
- Recruiter
- CapeClarke Limited
- Location
- Bristol
- Salary
- £55000 - £70000 per annum
- Posted
- 02 Jan 2025
- Closes
- 30 Jan 2025
- Ref
- SH-2678
- Contact
- Sam Holt
- Job Title
- Head of Department
- Practice Area
- Family / Matrimonial
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
A leading legal firm is looking for an experienced Head of Family Law to establish and lead a new Family Law Division. This is a unique opportunity to shape a department from the ground up, provide expert legal services, and drive growth within a supportive and high-achieving environment, in either the Cardiff or Bristol office
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and lead a new Family Law team, creating a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Provide expert legal advice on divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and domestic violence matters.
- Develop strategies to enhance service offerings and expand the client base.
- Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.
- Keep up-to-date with changes in family law legislation and best practices.
- Mentor junior staff and promote professional development within the team.
- Manage departmental budgets to align with financial targets.
Key Requirements:
- Qualified solicitor with substantial experience in family law.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Proven track record in client relationship management and business development.
- Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.
- Experience with mediation and collaborative law practices is a plus.