Family Solicitor - Head of Department - Clear IT Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Our client, a national law firm, are recruiting for an ambitious Family Solicitor to be Head of Department for their office in London or Birmingham.

This is a rare opportunity to take on a senior leadership role with scope to shape the team, drive growth, and manage a diverse caseload with a strong focus on privately funded and Legal Aid Agency (LAA) matters.

Overview

You’ll be responsible for leading a well-established team, overseeing casework quality, and playing a central role in departmental development. The ideal candidate will have experience handling private children law cases and family finance, alongside familiarity with publicly funded work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Family Law department, ensuring high standards of client care, compliance, and performance

• Handle your own caseload, with an emphasis on private children matters and selected Legal Aid cases

• Oversee and support junior solicitors and legal staff, offering mentorship and quality control

• Engage in business development initiatives to grow the firm’s private family law offering

• Maintain and build strong relationships with external partners, referrers, and professional networks

• Ensure compliance with LAA billing procedures, funding regulations, and internal protocols

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Family Law

• Extensive experience with both privately funded and LAA family matters

• Strong background in private children law (e.g., residence, contact, relocation)

• Prior experience supervising or managing legal teams

• Excellent understanding of LAA billing, compliance, and cost management

• Confident communicator with strategic thinking and leadership capability

• Panel membership (Resolution, Law Society Family Panel) is highly desirable

Desirable

• Existing network or client base in the Birmingham or London regions

• Experience in developing or expanding a legal team or service line

What’s on Offer

• Senior leadership role with autonomy and clear progression path

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Flexible working arrangements

• Supportive team culture and modern working practices

• Opportunity to shape a growing department within a respected national practice

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly.