Family Solicitor - Legals 4 Lawyers : Job Details

THE ROLE: Child and Family Solicitor/Lawyer - Head of DepartmentLOCATION: St Albans / Luton / LondonJOB REF: L4L1070

Are you ready to lead and make a real difference?

If you’re a Family Solicitor/Lawyer with a passion for helping families and children through difficult times and a desire to grow professionally, we want to hear from you. Join our Client Law firm’s team as the Head of Department and experience a fulfilling role that offers flexibility, leadership, and the chance to shape the future of family law within a growing firm.

Why Our Clients?

They are not just another law firm. As a newly established yet rapidly growing firm, they pride themselves on the quality and personal touch they bring to every client interaction. They focus on giving you the autonomy to manage your cases your way, while ensuring that their paralegals and team are supported and self-sufficient.

The Opportunity

As Head of Family Law, you’ll have the freedom to lead your department and manage your workload, all with the backing of our strong brand, modern technology, and administrative support. Our clients believe in giving their team the tools to succeed without micromanagement. Whether you're looking for more flexibility or the opportunity to increase your leadership experience, this role is designed to give you room to thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Autonomy & Leadership: Take full control of your caseload while shaping the direction of the Family & Children Law Department.
• Client-Focused Excellence: Lead a high-quality legal service that prioritises client care and achieves outstanding results.
• Professional Development: Stay ahead of legal trends, particularly in Child and Family law, with opportunities for growth and gaining further Resolution Accreditation.
• Department Growth: Build and maintain client relationships, contribute to firm growth, and create a strong team environment.

About You

• Experienced and Passionate: You are a qualified solicitor with 10+ years of PQE in Family Law, ready to take on a leadership role.
• Client-Focused: You thrive on providing excellent client service and have a track record of success in Family and Children Law.
• Self-Motivated: You’re disciplined, proactive, and hungry for professional development, bringing fresh energy and perspective to your work.
• Forward-Thinking: You want to be part of a firm that values innovation, support, and efficiency, so you can focus on what really matters - your clients.

Why You’ll Love Working with Our Clients

• True Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements allow you to manage your time and commitments with full control over your caseload.
• Leading Tech Support: Our user-friendly legal management system streamlines your work, so you can focus on your clients. Access Lexis Nexis and Practical Law to keep your expertise sharp.
• Support to Succeed: Ongoing business, compliance, and auditing support. Plus, enjoy a weekly free lunch of your choice, pension contributions, and free parking.
• Transparent Billing: Their modern billing system gives you real-time insights into WIP, outstanding payments, and client funds on account.
• Career Development: They value long-term growth. With a personalized professional profile on their website, you’ll have the visibility and recognition you deserve.

Salary: £60,000 per annum + benefitsHolidays: Standard, plus bank holidays, with additional days at the company’s discretionStart Date: ASAP

Additional Benefits:

• Free lunch of your choice once a week
• Free parking on-site
• 1 extra holiday day per year for each year with the firm

Is it time to reinvigorate your career?

This is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to take charge of your career in an environment that values innovation, leadership, and client service. Whether you’re actively looking or just curious about a new opportunity, we’d love to chat. Let’s talk about what this role could do for you.