Head of Family

Company : Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Job Description - Head of Family

HEAD OF FAMILY
BIRMINGHAM
£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 Role
As 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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