Family Head of Department

Family Law لیگ – Head of Department (10+ PQE)

Location: Bexleyheath
Salary: £70,000 - £100,000 + bonus
Working pattern: Full-time | Hybrid working available

We are recruiting for an experienced Family Solicitor to take on a Head of Department role within this firm's established and growing Family Law team.

The Role

You will have responsibility for managing and developing the Family department, while handling a varied'et high-quality caseload including:

• Divorce and financial remedy matters
• Private Law Children work
• Domestic abuse cases, including Non‑Molestation and Occupation Orders
• General family matters, including cohabitation and unmarried couple disputes

You will run cases from instruction to completion, supported by experienced administrative staff, while playing a key role in shaping the future growth and direction of the department.

About You

• Solicitor with a minimum of 10 years' PQE in Family Law
• Strong experience across private family and childcare matters
• Children Panel accreditation is desirable
• STEP qualification (or working towards) is desirable
• Confident managing a full caseload independently
• A genuine desire to build, mentor and lead a team
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills

What's on Offer

• Salary of £70,000 - £100,000, dependent on experience
• Bonus structure, enabling you to share in the success and growth of the firm
• Hybrid working, supporting a healthy work‑life balance
• Leadership role with significant scope for career progression and team expansion
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive, collaborative environment within a strong multi‑office firm

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Family lawyer looking to take the next step into a strategic leadership role within a firm that values quality work, client care, and long‑term growth.