Family Partner

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern family law boutique is looking for a Family Law Partner to drive growth in the North West. This remote-first role allows for flexible working while focusing on delivering exceptional legal advice without traditional business development requirements. Experience in family law and a strong local network are essential. The firm promotes a family-first culture and prioritizes professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £100,000

Flexible holiday packages

Management opportunities

Family-first culture

Qualifications

• Experienced family law partner or senior solicitor with a business development track record.
• Confident in managing high-value family matters involving finances and children.
• Ability to quickly build rapport and convert new leads.

Responsibilities

• Lead the firm's growth in the North West and manage an existing high-quality caseload.
• Deliver exceptional legal advice while focusing on long-term client relationships.
• Influence the strategic direction of the team without traditional business development.

Skills

Experience in family law

Ability to run high-value family matters

Commercial acumen

Strong local network

Job description

• Join a modern family law boutique that’s rewriting the rulebook on work-life balance
• Leverage your network and leadership skills in a flexible, remote-first environment
• Become part of the firm’s management and lead national growth in the North West

Are you an experienced family law partner ready for a fresh challenge in a dynamic and ambitious environment? This nationally expanding boutique is looking for a Family Law Partner to help grow its North West presence, with a focus on developing a high-quality caseload and playing a central role in future leadership.

You’ll have the freedom to work remotely most of the week, attending the Manchester office just once a week (or even less, if needed). With a healthy flow of quality leads coming from the firm’s marketing team, you’ll also have the chance to bring in your own contacts and influence the strategic direction of the team.

There’s no expectation of advocacy or traditional business development — the focus is on delivering exceptional legal advice and building long-term client relationships. The role is ideal for a commercially aware, self-motivated partner who values autonomy and flexibility.

Who we’re looking for

• Experienced family law partner or senior solicitor with BD track record (essential)
• Confident running high-value family matters (finances, children, non-mol) (essential)
• Ability to convert new leads and build rapport quickly (essential)
• Commercially minded, positive and collaborative (essential)
• Background in boutique or Legal 500 firm (desirable)
• Strong local network and client following (essential for top-tier salary)

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £100,000 depending on experience and following
• Remote-first role with Manchester office attendance once a week or less
• No BD targets – client leads provided by the in-house marketing team
• Christmas shutdown and flexible holiday packages (extra leave negotiable)
• Tailored perks to suit your lifestyle
• Management opportunities and role in the national growth strategy
• No advocacy – focus purely on legal work and client delivery
• Family-first culture with a focus on wellbeing and professional development

ContactMel Samson
If you’re a forward-thinking family partner looking to join a boutique firm where your contribution will shape the future of the business, get in touch with Mel at [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.