Family Solicitor

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 1, England, UK

Listing for: Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Full Time, Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-02-27

Job specializations:

Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Lawyer
Management

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 70000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 70000.00 YEAR

FAMILY SOLICITORWORCESTER£60K - £70K A top regional law firm are recruiting for a Senior Family Solicitor to work as the Head of Department and lead a Family Law team. This role balances high-level fee earning with the strategic management of solicitors, trainees, and support staff.Key Responsibilities:

Leadership: Supervise a small team, managing performance, recruitment, and succession planning.
Caseload: Oversee complex matters including Divorce, Financial Remedies, Children Act cases, and TOLATA.
Operations: Ensure SRA compliance, manage Legal Aid (LAA) processes, and meet departmental billing targets.
Growth: Drive business development and strategic departmental planning.

Requirements

Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a clean Practising Certificate.
Experience: Substantial PQE in Family Law, including advocacy and supervising junior staff
Technical: Strong IT skills (Office 365) and experience with legal case management systems.
Soft Skills: Empathetic approach to vulnerable clients combined with a proactive, "forward-thinking" leadership style.
Ideally around 10 years PQE with supervisory experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Family Solicitor that is looking to join a top regional law firm who offer excellent career prospects and 1 day working from home. Applicants looking for a higher salary should also apply!

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