Family Solicitor (Partner)

eNL; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in London is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor (Partner) to lead their family law practice. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years PQE, manage high-net-worth cases, and possess strong leadership and business development skills. This role offers a competitive salary of c£150K DOE with flexible hybrid working options and an extensive benefits package aimed at professional growth and wellbeing. Apply by contacting Gemma at the provided phone number or email.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record in handling complex private family matters.
• Existing client following or strong network in the City.
• Ambitious and proactive attitude towards business development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a full range of privately funded family work.
• Manage client cases while developing the team.
• Shape the strategic direction of the practice.

Skills

Client management

Business development

Legal expertise in family matters

Leadership skills

Client care

Education

Qualified solicitor

10+ years PQE

Job description

Job Title

Family Solicitor (Partner)

Required PQE

10+

Location

London

Salary

c£150K DOE

Role

This is a strategic and high-profile role for an experienced Family Solicitor to join a well-established, national firm and lead the expansion of its London family offering. The successful candidate will oversee a full range of privately funded family work, including high-net-worth financial remedy cases, private children matters, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and complex divorces. This is a hands‑on role, with responsibility for managing client cases and developing the team, whilst helping to shape the practice strategically.

Candidate

We are seeking a senior Family Lawyer with a proven track record of handling complex private family matters. You will ideally have an existing client following or a strong network in the City, an appetite for business development and the ability to generate new work. The role suits someone ambitious, proactive and ready to take ownership of a growing London family team. Excellent client care, technical expertise and strong leadership skills are essential.

Firm

The firm is a nationally recognised practice, known for its supportive culture, high-quality work, and collaborative environment. This is a unique opportunity to join a firm that combines strong infrastructure with the freedom to grow a specialist practice, supported by resources and systems that allow you to focus on client work and team leadership.

Package

The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support professional development, wellbeing, and career progression.

How to Apply

Contact Gemma at eNL on 020 7183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

Candidate Care

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Diversity and Inclusion

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.