Head of Team - Family Law

Head of Team / Family Supervising Solicitor (Solicitor or Legal Executive)
Location: Leeds
Hybrid working
Salary: up to £80K DOE
 
Pertemps are proud to work in partnership recruiting for a Head of Team / Family Supervising Solicitor on behalf of a prestigious and highly regarded law firm based in Leeds City Centre.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Family Solicitor to join an award-winning, forward-thinking firm that has been voted “Best Law Firm to Work For in 2025”.
The firm places people at the heart of everything they do – employees and clients alike – and is committed to achieving the very best outcomes.
 
About the Role
As a Supervising Solicitor, you will:

• Lead, manage and grow an established family law team.
• Deliver outstanding legal services and exceptional client care.
• Support the team in achieving panel accreditation and continuous professional development.
• Drive business development through networking and relationship building.

 
What They’re Looking For

• 3+ years PQE in family law.
• Strong experience in:
• Care Proceedings and PLO matters
• Divorce and financial remedy cases
• Private Law Children
• Domestic Abuse, Non-Molestation and Occupation Orders
• General family matters, including cohabitation disputes
• Experience of managing a team (or readiness to step into a leadership role).
• Understanding of Legal Aid work and ability to undertake and generate private paying work.
• A proactive approach to business development and networking.

 
What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £80k DOE and bonus structure – share in the firm’s success when targets are met.
• Generous holiday entitlement: 28 days plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working options for improved work-life balance.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Private health cover through Benenden Healthcare.
• Regular social events, including bi-annual summer and Christmas parties.
• Ongoing training and development with annual salary reviews.

 
If you’re ready to take the next step in your legal career and join an award-winning firm that values its people, we would love to hear from you.