Head Of Family Law

Kamro Ltd; Romford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal firm in the UK is looking for a Head of Family Law to manage their department and lead a team of solicitors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Family Law and demonstrable leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary between £50,000 and £65,000, alongside opportunities for progression and strategic influence within the firm. Join them and help shape a thriving Family Law department while maintaining high standards of client care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for progression

Supportive professional culture

Qualifications

• Significant PQE in Family Law required.
• Prior team-leadership or department-management experience preferred.
• Deep technical expertise in private family matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Family Law department across multiple offices.
• Handle a varied and complex caseload, including divorce and domestic abuse cases.
• Supervise, train, and mentor solicitors and trainees.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client-care skills

Technical expertise in Family Law

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Role Overview

The Head of Family Law will oversee the departments casework, supervise and develop junior team members, manage operational performance, and contribute to strategic direction and growth. This is an ideal role for a senior solicitor with exceptional technical ability, client-care skills, and proven leadership experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Family Law department across multiple offices.

• Handle a varied and complex caseload, including divorce, finance, children matters, cohabitation issues, and domestic abuse cases.

• Supervise, train, and mentor solicitors, paralegals, and trainees.

• Ensure quality assurance, compliance, and risk management within the department.

• Contribute to strategic planning, growth initiatives, and departmental development.

• Support team performance, fee generation, and operational improvements.

• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and expansion of the department.

• Work closely with senior management to refine processes and client service delivery.

• Build and maintain strong client and external-stakeholder relationships.

• Represent the firm at networking events, seminars, and community engagements.

Candidate Profile

• Significant PQE in Family Law, ideally with prior team-leadership or department-management experience.

• Deep technical expertise in private family matters, with confidence handling complex financial and children cases.

• Strong leadership skills with a collaborative and supportive management approach.

• Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business development and growth.

• Exceptional client-care skills and the professionalism required for sensitive, high-stakes matters.

• Robust understanding of regulatory obligations, risk, and compliance within a legal environment.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

• Proactive, resilient, and able to drive continuous improvement within the team.

What the Role Offers

• A senior leadership position within a respected and expanding legal practice.

• A competitive salary of £50,000£65,000, with scope for progression.

• The opportunity to shape and grow a thriving Family Law department.

• Strong existing caseload and solid administrative support.

• Autonomy, strategic influence, and long-term career development.

• Supportive, professional culture with a strong focus on quality and client care.