Head of Family Law Department – Lead Team in Norwich

About the role

Lead and grow a highly regarded Family department delivering high‑quality privately funded work. The role involves leading a Legal 500 ranked team, shaping strategic direction, and providing expert advice on complex, high‑value family matters.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of privately funded family matters, including divorce, financial remedy and children arrangements, from instruction through to resolution.
• Advise clients on complex and high‑value financial matters with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Conduct detailed legal research and case analysis, liaising with experts, counsel and the courts.
• Provide empathetic, client‑focused support and keep clients informed throughout the process.
• Lead and develop the Family team, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, apprentices and trainee solicitors.
• Drive business development through referrer relationships, networking and marketing events.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the department.

Required profile

• Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or equivalent with significant privately funded family law expertise (typically 8+ years).
• Demonstrable experience advising clients with substantial assets and complex financial arrangements.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to develop and grow a team.
• Excellent client‑care skills with an empathetic and commercially minded approach.
• Effective negotiation and strategic thinking skills.
• Collaborative team player with a passion for delivering outstanding client care.
• Business development ability and a proactive approach to growing the department.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£65,000‑£75,000 per year).
• Flexible and part‑time working considered.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a highly regarded department.
• Additional benefits as outlined by the firm.