Job Description

Family Law Partner

Location: Cradley Heath

Salary: Attractive package

Experience: 8+ years’ PQE

 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Family lawyer who wants a true leadership role, with the autonomy to shape a team and the backing to deliver high-quality work.

Our client is looking to appoint a Family Partner to lead an established team of five lawyers. You will take responsibility for the team’s day-to-day direction, client relationships and matter delivery, while also playing a key role in developing the practice.

This role is suited to someone already operating at Partner level, or a Senior Associate ready to step up. You will inherit a team in place and have the platform to build on existing strengths, develop people and grow the team’s profile.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and developing a team of five Family lawyers, including supervision, mentoring and quality control

• Managing a varied caseload and advising clients with a high standard of care and professionalism

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and acting as a trusted adviser

• Driving team performance, supporting workload planning and ensuring matters progress efficiently

• Contributing to business development and helping to grow the team’s pipeline

• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm to deliver joined-up advice

 

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with 8+ years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) in Family law

• Experience leading, supervising or mentoring others, with a genuine interest in developing people

• Strong client-handling skills and the ability to build long-term relationships

• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

• Comfortable managing competing priorities and maintaining high standards under pressure

 

What’s On Offer

• Attractive package

• A leadership role with real autonomy, backed by an established team of five lawyers

• Hybrid working and flexibility for the right candidate

• Collegiate, friendly and ambitious culture

 

Working Arrangements

This role is based in Cradley Heath, with hybrid working and flexibility available for the right candidate.

 

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. We will never share your details with any client without your express permission.