Family Solicitor (Head of Department)

eNL; Devizes; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Head of Family in Wiltshire is sought by a regional law firm for a full-time, permanent role. The successful candidate will lead and develop the family team, inheriting an established client base and a platform to shape the department's future direction.

Applicants should be an experienced Family Solicitor or Partner with leadership capability, strong family law knowledge, and the ability to manage client relationships and business development.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Family Solicitor or Partner with leadership capability.
• Strong technical knowledge of family law.
• Ability to manage client relationships and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the family team and inherited client base.
• Handle privately funded family matters and some publicly funded work.
• Shape the department's future direction and profile within Wiltshire.
• Maintain high quality client care and long-term relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Communication

Family law expertise

Job description

HEAD OF FAMILY – WILTSHIRE

Head of Family – Wiltshire – Regional Law Firm – Excellent Quality Work – Genuine Work-Life Balance

A regional law firm seeks a Family Solicitor (Head of Department) in Wiltshire on a full-time, permanent contract, offering a competitive salary. The successful candidate will lead and develop the family team, inheriting an established client base and a strong platform to shape the department's future direction.

Applicants should be experienced Family Solicitors or Partners with proven leadership capability, strong technical knowledge of family law, and the ability to manage client relationships and business development. The position suits a solicitor seeking genuine work-life balance within a highly regarded practice, where quality work and long-term client care are valued.

A well-established and highly regarded regional law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Family to lead and develop its family team in Wiltshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Family Solicitor or Partner who is looking for a leadership role within a successful regional practice, where quality of work and client relationships are genuinely valued. The firm has built an excellent reputation across the region and benefits from a loyal and established client base. The successful candidate will inherit a strong platform from which to develop the department further, with the opportunity to shape the future direction of the family practice.

The role will involve a broad range of privately funded family work, with some publicly funded matters also forming part of the caseload. You will deal with a quality client base and have the opportunity to handle a varied and interesting caseload, including divorce and financial matters, private children work and associated family disputes.

The firm is looking for an experienced Family Solicitor, Legal Director or Partner who is confident handling their own caseload and has the ability to lead and develop a team. You will ideally have:

• Strong experience across private family matters.
• Experience of publicly funded family work would be advantageous.
• The ability to lead, mentor and develop a family team.
• Excellent technical and client care skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• A genuine interest in developing the department and its profile within Wiltshire.
• A commercial and pragmatic approach to client service.

The role would suit someone who enjoys the leadership side of family law but still wants to remain hands-on with high-quality client work.

This is a particularly attractive opportunity for someone who wants to make their mark within a respected regional firm without sacrificing their work-life balance. You will be joining a friendly and supportive practice with an excellent reputation, a strong existing client base and a good quality flow of work. The firm understands the importance of flexibility and offers a genuine work-life balance, making this an excellent option for a senior Family lawyer looking for a long-term move within the Wiltshire market.

There is also scope to further develop the team and grow the department, with the support of the wider firm. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, together with genuine flexibility.