GMP Worldwide
Head of Family Law
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Head of Team/Supervising Solicitor – Family Law
Woolwich | Hybrid Working | £60,000+ DOE + Bonus
GMP Recruitment are proud to be supporting a highly respected Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised law firm in the recruitment of an experienced Head of Team/Supervising Solicitor to lead their established Family Law team based in Woolwich.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a Children Panel accredited Solicitor seeking a senior leadership role within a modern, progressive and growing multi-office practice. Our client is seeking an ambitious and commercially aware Family Solicitor who can lead from the front, supervise and develop junior team members, and continue delivering an outstanding level of service across a varied childcare caseload.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will be responsible for handling a broad range of family and childcare matters whilst overseeing and developing the Woolwich Family Team.
The role will include:
- Managing public law children matters
- Child protection cases
- Special Guardianship Orders (SGO)
- Adoption matters
- Representation of Guardians, children, parents and extended family members
- Conducting advocacy
- Supervising and mentoring junior fee earners and support staff
- Supporting the continued growth and development of the department
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Candidate Requirements
To be considered, applicants should possess:
- A minimum of 3 years PQE (Essential)
- Children Panel Membership (Essential)
- Strong advocacy experience
- Experience across all aspects of childcare law
- The ability to manage workloads independently and effectively
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- Previous supervisory experience or the desire to move into a leadership role
- A following of work would be advantageous
Salary & Benefits
Our client offers an excellent package including:
- Competitive salary from £60,000 upwards DOE
- Attractive bonus and profit-sharing structure
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holiday
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Pension scheme with employer contributions
- Benenden Healthcare
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Firm laptop and mobile phone
- Annual salary reviews and appraisals
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Modern paperless working environment with significant investment in IT infrastructure
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About Our Client
Our client is a nationally recognised multi-office law firm with an excellent reputation across a variety of legal disciplines. The firm continues to invest heavily in both its people and technology, providing an environment where solicitors are fully supported to succeed professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Family Solicitor to join a firm genuinely committed to career progression, team development and long-term success.
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GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd agency are recruiting for this role on behalf of our client and are acting as a Recruitment Agency
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