Head of Department - Family

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Otley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Department or an experienced Family Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Otley. This role involves advising clients on various family law matters, managing case files, and ensuring efficient billing practices. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 6 years of post-qualification experience, strong client care skills, and a proven ability in business development. This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your career in a supportive environment while contributing to the growth of a busy family law department. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this position is for you!

Qualifications

• 6+ years of PQE in family law with proven client care abilities.
• Strong IT skills and effective business development experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on family matters and attend court as needed.
• Manage case files and ensure timely billing of casework.

Skills

Family Law Experience

Client Care Skills

IT Skills

Business Development Skills

Fee Generation

Caseload Management

Deadline Management

Drafting and Writing Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (6+ years PQE)

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Department or experienced Family Solicitor looking to step up to join my clients team in their Otley, West Yorkshire offices.

My clients Family Department is a busy department covering private family law, financial remedy, divorce, and cohabitation and they are looking for someone to help maintain and assist them in taking their busy family practice forward.

Main Duties

1. Advising family matter clients and attending court and ADR as appropriate.
2. Administration of case file and accounting management in accordance with our procedures including regular review of files and conducting peer file audits.
3. Ensuring that casework is promptly and efficiently billed.
4. Developing the firm's procedures and documentation.
5. Marketing the department, the firm and yourself.
6. Attending training courses as agreed.
7. Acquainting self with the contents of the Office manual and complying with its procedures.
8. Maintaining own training and development record in accordance with SRA requirements.

Skills & Experience

1. Family experience: Minimum 6+ year PQE.
2. Good client care skills, provide professional and competent legal advice in accordance with SRA Code of conduct.
3. Strong IT skills.
4. Effective business development skills with proven marketing strategies.
5. Capability to generate fees in accordance with agreed targets.
6. Proven experience of handling own caseload.
7. Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines.
8. Good drafting and writing skills, excellent communication and technical ability.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.