Now Hiring: Family Law Associate Director / Team Leader

Fullers Family Law; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family law firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Family Law Associate Director / Team Leader to lead and develop a high-performing team. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in family law, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset. The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid work options, and structured personal development. Apply today to join a supportive and innovative environment that prioritizes well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Structured personal development and training

Cutting-edge IT and case management systems

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing or supervising legal teams.
• Over 10 years of litigation experience in family law.
• Strategic mindset and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a high-performing team.
• Work collaboratively to plan strategies and resolve cases.
• Set clear team objectives and monitor performance.

Skills

Leadership

Matrimonial finance law

Private children's law

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Coaching

Collaboration

Job description

Are you an experienced family law professional ready to take on a new leadership role?

Fullers Family Law, a Gold accredited Investors in People law firm, is seeking a Family Law Associate Director / Team Leader to inspire and grow our respected team. Join a flexible, forward-thinking firm that champions your development, wellbeing, and long‑term success.

Who Are We?

At Fullers Family Law, it’s not just about the role – it’s about building a career with purpose.

We’re a team of passionate professionals who care about people, growth, and positive outcomes.

We value empathy, resilience, and a drive to support others.

Whether you lead or collaborate, create ideas or refine processes – we welcome individuals with vision, compassion, and potential.

Our mission is simple: to invest in you and help you thrive while maintaining harmony in every aspect of your life.

We use state‑of‑the‑art technology and AI‑enhanced tools to support our work, ensuring cases move efficiently and that we can focus our time where it matters most — guiding, and protecting our clients and developing our teams.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced lawyer ready to lead, develop others, and deliver life‑changing outcomes for our clients. In this role, you will:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a high‑performing family law team
• Work collaboratively with your team to plan strategies and resolve cases
• Set clear team objectives and monitor performance with care and accountability
• Help team members grow through coaching, support, and continuous feedback
• Ensure excellent client service demonstrating knowledge, experience and creativity.
• Promote innovation, efficiency, and high standards across the team
• Develop rapport and trust with new and existing clients

Who We Are Looking For?

We’re looking for a strong leader who brings:

• Proven experience managing or supervising legal teams
• Over 10 years oflitigation experience, ideally in matrimonial finance and/or private children’s law
• A strategic mindset and commercial awareness
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• The ability to lead performance and coaching conversations
• Resilience, collaboration and a proactive approach

Why Join Fullers?

Join a people‑focused, gold standard Investors in People law firm that looks after your wellbeing and offers:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working that you tailor to suit your lifestyle
• Structured personal development and training tailored to your goals
• Cutting‑edge IT and case management systems

Ready To Lead With Us?

Apply today and become part of a firm that empowers its people and creates work‑life harmony.

Prefer to talk first?

We understand that a confidential conversation may be more comfortable before applying. If you’d like to arrange one, please call Kirsty Sayers in our HR team on 01234 912185.

At Fullers, we believe in transparency and responsiveness. Every application is carefully reviewed, and we’re always honest from the outset – ensuring we’re the right fit for you, and you for us.

Closing date: 10 December 2025