Family Law Partner

3 days ago

Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Heilsa Recruitment Ltd Full time £65,000 - £90,000 per year

Contract:
Full-time, Permanent

Work-mode:
Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 from home)

Location:
Sheffield, Scunthorpe, or Howden, United Kingdom

Salary:
£65,000 – £90,000 per annum (depending on experience) + excellent benefits package

Heilsa Recruitment Ltd. is partnering with another recruitment agency to help source suitable candidates for this role.

Our client is a highly regarded and award-winning regional law firm with a strong reputation across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and the East Midlands. The firm is recognised for its inclusive culture, exceptional client service, and dedication to professional development. With modern offices and a forward-thinking leadership team, the firm offers an exciting opportunity for a senior family law professional to take on a leadership role within a well-established and expanding Family Law department.

We are seeking an experienced
Family Law Partner
- or a
Senior Associate
ready to progress into Partnership - to help lead and grow the firm's family law offering in Goole and the surrounding region. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a well-respected team, develop new business, and play a key role in the strategic growth of the department.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and supervise a varied caseload of complex private family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, children's cases, and injunctions
  • Lead and develop the Family Law department across the region, working closely with senior leadership to drive growth and operational excellence
  • Provide high-quality legal advice and advocacy, maintaining exceptional standards of client care
  • Develop and maintain strong client and professional relationships, driving business development and referral opportunities
  • Mentor, supervise, and support junior solicitors and legal staff, fostering a collaborative team culture
  • Contribute to departmental and firm-wide strategy, sharing best practices and supporting continuous improvement
  • Represent the firm at networking events, professional associations, and community initiatives
  • Ensure full compliance with regulatory and ethical standards, maintaining the firm's reputation for integrity and professionalism

Requirements

  • Qualified Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with
    7+ years PQE
  • Proven experience managing a broad family law caseload, including complex financial and private children's matters
  • Strong advocacy and negotiation skills with excellent client-facing ability
  • Demonstrated track record of business development and relationship building
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
  • Legal Aid experience advantageous but not essential
  • Commercially aware and strategic, with the ability to contribute to departmental growth
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Motivated, empathetic, and collaborative, with a commitment to delivering outstanding client service

Benefits

  • Competitive salary (£65,000 – £90,000 DOE)
  • 33 days' annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Employer pension contributions on full salary
  • Life assurance and generous sickness allowance
  • 25% staff discount on selected legal services
  • Ongoing CPD, leadership training, and career development support
  • Access to an EAP and Cash Plan (24/7 GP access, mental health support, cashback on medical expenses, gym discounts)
  • Client and employee referral schemes
  • Regular partner meetings and a genuinely collaborative, collegiate culture
  • Leadership voice in shaping departmental and firm-wide strategy

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