Solicitor/Legal Executive - Head of Family Dept - Swindon - 5+

Chadwick Nott; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected regional law firm is seeking a skilled Family Solicitor or Legal Executive to lead its Family Law team in Swindon. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years' experience in private family law and be committed to growing the team. Responsibilities include managing cases, supervising team members, and driving business development. A competitive salary of £55,000 to £85,000 is offered, along with a pension scheme, bonus, and hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Free parking

Employee discounts

Company events and socials

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with 5+ years PQE in private family law.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and mentor team members.
• Motivation, initiative, and a desire to grow a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the Family Law team.
• Lead a caseload of privately funded family matters.
• Drive business development and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Strong experience in complex family matters and advocacy

Proven ability to manage a busy caseload independently

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Commercial mindset

Job description

Solicitor/Legal Executive - Head of Family Department - Swindon - 5+ Years PQE

Location: Swindon

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £55,000 to £85,000

A respected regional law firm is seeking a skilled and ambitious Family Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years' post-qualification experience to lead and grow its Family Law team in Swindon. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a department with a loyal client base and strong local reputation, while bringing fresh ideas and energy to drive business development.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing and developing the Family Law team, with duties including:

• Leading a caseload of privately funded divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
• Supervising and mentoring team members
• Collaborating with Partners on strategy and growth
• Supporting training and development within the department
• Driving business development and marketing initiatives
• Ensuring high standards of client care and legal service

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor or legal executive with:

• 5+ years PQE in private family law
• Strong experience in complex family matters and advocacy
• Proven ability to manage a busy caseload independently
• Leadership skills and a desire to grow a team from the ground up
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Motivation, initiative, and a commercial mindset

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Company pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Free parking
• Employee discounts
• Company events and socials
• Hybrid working arrangements where possible

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*