Family Solicitor Head of Office

About the role

We are seeking a senior Family Solicitor to lead our West Sussex office, providing strategic direction and managing a diverse portfolio of privately funded family law matters.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop the West Sussex office, overseeing day‑to‑day operations.
• Manage a varied caseload including divorce, financial remedy, cohabitation disputes, pre‑ and post‑nuptial agreements, and private children law cases.
• Mentor and supervise junior solicitors and legal executives.
• Drive business development and contribute to the growth of the firm’s family law practice.
• Maintain high standards of client service and compliance with professional regulations.

Required profile

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with at least 6 years post‑qualification experience in private family law.
• Proven track record handling complex, high‑value disputes across financial and children matters.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary (DOE) and benefits package.
• BUPA private healthcare.
• Supportive, inclusive and collaborative firm culture.
• Clear pathway for career progression and professional development.