Family Lawyer 5+ PQE to Head of Department

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected Manchester law firm seeks a Family Lawyer with 5+ PQE to join their team and manage a diverse caseload, including high net worth clients. This role offers an opportunity for career advancement in a positive work culture with a negotiable financial package.

Benefits

Generous bonus element

Positive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and supervising legal teams.
• Handling privately funded family law cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a privately funded caseload including divorce and finance matters.
• Supervise and lead a team of legal professionals.

Skills

Team Leadership

Education

5+ PQE in Family Law

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Family Lawyer 5+ PQE to Head of Department, Manchester

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Your new company

This Manchester law firm has a long track record for its family work.

Your new role

This family lawyer role will see you take on a privately funded caseload. This will include handling divorce and finance matters, non-molestation orders, and private children matters. The client base includes high net worth individuals, providing an interesting and varied caseload of high-quality work.

What you'll need to succeed

You should be a family lawyer with 5+ PQE or operating up to and including Head of Department level. The role involves managing and supervising others, so experience in team leadership is preferred.

What you'll get in return

This is an excellent opportunity for a family lawyer looking to advance their career and join a well-respected law firm known for its family work. The firm has a positive culture and is considered a good place to work. The financial package is negotiable and includes a generous bonus element.