Job Description
Head of Team / Family Supervising Solicitor\n\n Location: Leeds Office Position Type: Permanent Required Experience: 3+ years PQE\n \nAbout the Role\n We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supervising Solicitor to join and assist with developing our client’s expanding team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Family Law Practitioner to take on a leadership role in a award winning growing practice.\n \nRequired Experience\n You will have demonstrable expertise in the following areas of Family and Childcare law:\nCare Proceedings and PLO matters\nDivorce and finances\nPrivate Law Children\nDomestic Abuse, Non-Molestation / Occupation Orders\nGeneral family matters, unmarried couples, and cohabitation disputesKey Requirements\nMinimum 3 years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive\nStrong leadership capabilities with the ability to supervise and develop a growing team\nProven ability to work both independently and collaboratively\nCompetent advocacy skills with willingness to represent clients in court\nExisting client following preferred\nCommitment to working towards panel accreditation\nProven networking abilities and business development skillsEssential Qualities\nAbility to hit the ground running\nComprehensive understanding of legal aid\nTrack record in generating and managing private paying workWhat We Offer\n Work Environment\nModern, paperless office with significant IT investment\nFlexible hybrid working arrangements\nSupportive team structure with case cover\nDedicated administrative support\nIn-house telephony team for call management\nIndependent billing and credit control teamBenefits Package\nCompetitive base salary of up to £57K\nPerformance-based profit sharing bonuses\n28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)\nChristmas and New Year closure\nPension scheme with employer contribution\nHealth Care coverage\nCompany laptop and mobile phone\nComprehensive training and development program\nRegular mentoring and supervision\nAnnual appraisals and salary reviewsProfessional Development\nOngoing training opportunities\nSupportive supervision from experienced mentors\nClear career progression pathway\nCompetitive training packagesAbout Us\n Our client is a prestigious Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised Law Firm with multiple offices and service areas. Their commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our investment in both our people and technology.
We provide our lawyers with comprehensive support, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional legal services to their clients. \n\nPLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.\n In accordance with (url removed)> \n For more information on this and other vacancies please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Ref 36998