Head of Team - Family Supervising Solicitor

placeLeeds calendar_month30/01/2025

Head of Team / Family Supervising Solicitor

Location: Leeds Office Position Type: Permanent Required Experience: 3+ years PQE

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supervising Solicitor to join and assist with developing our client’s expanding team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Family Law Practitioner to take on a leadership role in a award winning growing practice.

Required Experience

You will have demonstrable expertise in the following areas of Family and Childcare law:

Care Proceedings and PLO matters
Divorce and finances
Private Law Children
Domestic Abuse, Non-Molestation / Occupation Orders
General family matters, unmarried couples, and cohabitation disputes

Key Requirements

Minimum 3 years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive
Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to supervise and develop a growing team
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Competent advocacy skills with willingness to represent clients in court
Existing client following preferred
Commitment to working towards panel accreditation
Proven networking abilities and business development skills

Essential Qualities

Ability to hit the ground running
Comprehensive understanding of legal aid
Track record in generating and managing private paying work

What We Offer
Work Environment

Modern, paperless office with significant IT investment
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Supportive team structure with case cover
Dedicated administrative support
In-house telephony team for call management
Independent billing and credit control team

Benefits Package

Competitive base salary of up to £57K
Performance-based profit sharing bonuses
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Christmas and New Year closure
Pension scheme with employer contribution
Health Care coverage
Company laptop and mobile phone
Comprehensive training and development program
Regular mentoring and supervision
Annual appraisals and salary reviews

Professional Development

Ongoing training opportunities
Supportive supervision from experienced mentors
Clear career progression pathway
Competitive training packages

About Us

Our client is a prestigious Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised Law Firm with multiple offices and service areas. Their commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our investment in both our people and technology. We provide our lawyers with comprehensive support, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional legal services to their clients.

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For more information on this and other vacancies please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Ref 36998

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