Partner / Head of Family Department Salary: £110,000 to £180,000 + Equity Potential Location: London Leadership Opportunity in a Top-Tier Practice Shape the Future of a Leading Family Law Practice This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a highly regarded Family Department within a top-tier, award-winning law firm. Our client is seeking an accomplished Family Partner to lead, grow and strategically develop a successful team with an outstanding reputation across complex private family matters. If you are a senior family lawyer with a strong personal profile, leadership capability, and ambition to influence firm-wide strategy, this role offers genuine autonomy, progression, and long-term equity potential. The Opportunity As Partner / Head of Department, you will play a pivotal role in driving the next phase of growth. You will lead an established team while continuing to build your own high-quality caseload and expanding the firm’s market presence. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy

Lead and develop the Family Department, setting strategic direction Mentor and manage a team of fee earners with a collaborative, inclusive approach Drive departmental growth, balancing children and financial workstreams

Client & Case Work

Manage a complex caseload including:

Private children proceedings Divorce and high-value financial remedy matters International family law issues (including abduction and adoption)

Deliver exceptional client service to high-net-worth and complex clients

Business Development

Expand and strengthen referral networks Enhance the department’s profile in the market Contribute to firm-wide growth initiatives

Financial Performance

Maintain a strong track record of billing and collections Ensure departmental financial targets are met and exceeded

Requirements Essential Experience & Qualifications

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales Minimum 10+ years’ PQE with significant UK private family law experience Established reputation with demonstrable following (preferred for equity consideration)

Technical Expertise

Strong experience across:

Private family law (children and financial matters) International family law cases

Excellent knowledge of Family Law procedures and legislation Membership of relevant organisations (e.g. Resolution) desirable

Skills & Attributes

Proven leadership and team management experience Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills Demonstrable success in practice development and client relationship building

What’s on Offer

Salary: £110,000 – £180,000 + equity/partnership structure Clear pathway to Equity Partnership (if not already attained) High-quality, complex and high-profile work Hybrid working arrangement (London-based office with flexibility) Generous annual leave entitlement Private medical insurance Enhanced pension contribution Performance-related bonus structure Professional development and leadership training Strong internal support network and collaborative culture

Location & Working Arrangement

London (central office location) Hybrid working available, with flexibility based on business needs

Apply Now For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact: David Hawthorne-FinchEmail: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr