Head of Family Department

2 weeks ago


Greater Manchester, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

This well-established, Legal 500 law firm are experiencing significant growth and are looking for an entrepreneurial Family Lawyer to join the team to as their head of department. You will have full support to grow the department and autonomy over key decisions that affect the firm's growth and direction.

The Firm:

This boutique commercial practice may be small in size but are powerful in impact and are pioneering change into the legal industry, which has enabled them to become a leading firm in the North West and be ranked in the Legal 500.

The firm has established an enviable reputation in the Liverpool, Manchester and now Leeds market and has been growing consistently. They have attracted Lawyers from respected backgrounds who have wanted to be a part of an exciting project and make their mark on the firm.

You will be supported to develop your practice and grow your reputation and client base. You will also receive a highly competitive salary and market-leading bonus structure, which will see you earn a percentage of your billings, cross-referrals, and total work generated in the department.

Located in a state of the art office with stunning views of the City, this entrepreneurial boutique law firm has genuinely exciting plans to build on its growth and diversify its offering, making it the perfect time to join.

The Role:

The firm is looking for an ambitious, entrepreneurial Family Lawyer to lead their Family department in Manchester.

You will be responsible for leading and directing the growth of the Family Department while being supported by the firm in marketing and networking. You will be starting in a warm position and can leverage their existing client base and cross referrals from their strong departments as a full-service firm.


You will work on a varied and interesting caseload, including divorce, finance, and children matters.

The role comes with excellent prospects, the opportunity to develop and grow a team alongside a lucrative bonus structure.

Requirements:

You will be a Family Solicitor with at least 8 years PQE (there is no upper limit in regard to experience)A transferable client base or contacts is highly advantageousComfortable developing business and generating workPrevious experience in leading a team is desirable
Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.



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