Head of Family - Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment : Job Details

HEAD OF FAMILYBIRMINGHAM£55K - £70K We are working with a forward-thinking law firm that is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to take on a pivotal leadership role as Head of Family Law in Birmingham. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to shape and grow a thriving department, with a strong focus on privately paying matters alongside Legal Aid Agency (LAA) funded work. The RoleAs Head of Department, you will:

• Lead, manage, and inspire the Family Law team.
• Oversee a mixed caseload, predominantly LAA-funded matters alongside a smaller private caseload.
• Focus primarily on private children law cases (residence, contact, relocation, etc.), excluding DV-focused work.
• Supervise and mentor junior solicitors, ensuring consistent quality and compliance.
• Play a key role in business development and client relationship management.
• Build and maintain professional networks across the region.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Family Law.
• Panel membership (e.g., Resolution or Family Law Panel).
• Proven track record in private children law matters.
• Experience in both LAA and privately paying cases.
• Demonstrable leadership and supervision experience.
• Strong knowledge of LAA billing, compliance, and cost control.
• Strategic thinker with drive to grow and develop a department.

Desirable: Existing network and contacts in the Birmingham/West Midlands legal community.What's on Offer

• A leadership role with strategic influence and autonomy.
• Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
• Supportive and modern working environment.
• Genuine scope for career growth and departmental expansion.

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