Senior Family Solicitor

Senior Family Solicitor - North London £50,000+ DOE
A standout opportunity with a long-established, highly respected law firm

I've just taken instruction on an exclusive opportunity for a Family Solicitor to join a well-regarded, multi-practice firm based in North London. This is a senior position for a confident, experienced family lawyer who is ready to take the lead and drive the growth of the family law department.
This role offers the successful candidate the chance to take over an existing caseload of private family matters, supported by a highly experienced family paralegal, and to help shape the future direction of the department.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of privately funded family matters, including divorce, financial remedy, and private children work
• Supervise and collaborate with a skilled family paralegal
• Play a central role in business development, with the freedom and encouragement to grow the family law offering
• Engage with existing and potential clients to re-establish and expand the department's client base

The Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum 5 years' PQE in family law (more senior candidates also encouraged to apply)
• Confident working independently and supervising support staff
• Demonstrable experience with privately funded family work
• Commercially aware and business development-focused
• Passionate about building strong client relationships

What's on Offer:

• Salary from £50,000+, dependent on experience
• Support from an experienced paralegal
• Real autonomy and responsibility
• Opportunity to lead and grow a department within a well-established, supportive firm

This role would suit someone who enjoys the balance of quality legal work and strategic input, and who is ready to be a senior figure in a trusted and professional legal environment.

Interested?Get in touch for a confidential discussion and further details.