William James Recruitment
Family Law Solicitor
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Family Law Solicitor / Partner – Cardiff – Up to £150,000 + Benefits
A leading national Legal 500 firm is seeking an ambitious Family Law Solicitor / Partner in Cardiff to play a pivotal role in establishing and growing its new office. This is a rare opportunity to build a high-performing team from the ground up, offering the autonomy and backing to shape a new regional presence within a highly regarded national platform.
This Family Law Solicitor / Partner role in Cardiff is ideally suited to a commercially astute lawyer with strong experience across privately funded family work, particularly complex financial remedy matters involving high-net-worth individuals, business assets, and trusts. You will be instrumental in setting the direction of the team, driving client acquisition, and developing a strong market presence across South Wales.
With significant investment, brand strength, and leadership support, this Family Law Solicitor / Partner opportunity in Cardiff offers the chance to take ownership of a growing office, influence strategic direction, and build a leading Family practice in a key regional market.
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The Role:
- Lead and manage a Family Law team in Cardiff
- Advise on divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
- Handle complex, privately funded cases for HNW clients
- Drive business development and establish a strong presence in the Cardiff/South Wales market
- Play a key role in office growth, including recruitment and team build-out
- Work closely with senior leadership on strategy and performance
- Mentor and develop junior lawyers and senior fee earners
The Candidate:
- Senior Family Solicitor or Partner from a reputable firm
- Strong technical expertise across private family law
- Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
- Well-connected in the Cardiff / South Wales market with referrer links
- Commercially astute with strong client relationship skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a growth-focused approach
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The Benefits and How to Apply:
- Salary up to £150,000 depending on experience
- Share / equity options available
- Flexible working
- 33 days holiday + bank holidays
- Private healthcare (individual)
- Pension + death in service
- Full sick pay after 6 months
Apply in strict confidence online or via telephone.
Contact:
Robert Holland, Retained Consultant
Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 | Mobile: 07951 097 638
Email: robert.holland@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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