Family Partner

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is looking for a dynamic Family Partner to lead their HNW team in Manchester. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage complex family law cases while contributing to succession planning within a vibrant and award-winning firm. With a focus on high-net-worth clients, you'll enjoy a collaborative environment that values community engagement and professional growth. If you're a dedicated solicitor with over 7 years of experience and a passion for family law, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career in a supportive and innovative setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a Family Partner with 7+ years PQE managing high calibre caseloads.
• Experience in coaching and developing junior team members is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of HNW family law matters including divorces and cohabitation agreements.
• Work closely with senior partners on complex family cases.

Skills

Client Care Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Leadership Skills

Education

7+ years PQE

Job description

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Family Partner | Top 200 Firm| Manchester | Head of Department Succession Planning

This stand out practice boasts a HNW focused Family team dealing with divorces, co-habitation agreements, ancillary relief and more. They are a tight-knit team and are looking to recruit a partner with a view of heading up the department in line with succession.

The Firm

This Top 200, highly recommended Legal 500 firm is considered a leading Regional Practice in the North West. They have won many awards and accolades, which are paramount to the core values ingrained within the firm. The firm houses leading individuals in their respective fields where they are highly ranked in both Chambers and Legal 500.

The firm services a range of clients from some of the largest businesses to HNW and UHNW individuals, both domestic and overseas. Furthermore, the firm is involved with some of the most exciting start-ups, which are paramount to the vibrant, forward-thinking culture promoted within the firm. Some of the clients include sports, celebrities, healthcare, and charities due to the large network of community actions.

This firm has grown substantially in recent years due to increased workflow, which covers both domestic and international matters. They show a vibrant approach to the legal sector, evident in their Hi-Tech office that provides all the tools to further drive your career and practice forward.

Away from the office, the team enjoys partaking in a range of social activities and exciting events.

The Role

The firm is seeking to hire a Family Partner with 7+ years PQE to join their HNW team with a view of succession planning.

In this role, you will be working closely alongside the L500 recommended senior partner in the team, dealing with HNW individuals and working on some of the most complex, non-factory-like family work based in the city centre of Manchester. This firm has a strong reputation across individual services, and their family offering underpins their reputation.

The team deals with divorces, children act matters, international relocation cases, cohabitation agreements, pre/post-nuptial agreements, and more. You will be dealing with your own caseload of HNW matters. Existing connections are welcomed in respect of clients but are not essential.

This role will entail a degree of supervision and management; therefore, experience in a leadership role in some capacity is advantageous. This role has been designed in line with succession planning.

Requirements:

• You will be a Family Partner with 7 years PQE+
• The ability to confidentially manage your own caseload of high calibre work and clients.
• You will be a team player with excellent attention to detail.
• Be able to coach and develop more junior members of your team.
• Excellent client care skills are essential.

Remuneration:

• Salary is competitive and negotiable depending on your level of experience, plus an excellent benefits package.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor with 7+ PQE to join this firm in the heart of Manchester.