Family Law Partner

Gregory Ezra; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive law firm in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Family Law Partner to lead its family law department. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in managing family law cases, business development skills, and strong leadership capabilities. This role includes a comprehensive benefits package, a value-driven culture, and the opportunity to shape the firm's future in family law.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Employer pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous sickness allowance

Ongoing CPD opportunities

25% staff discount on selected services

Access to EAP/Cash Plan

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE in family law.
• Proven ability to manage a broad caseload.
• Strong knowledge of divorce, financial remedy, and children's law.

Responsibilities

• Supervise complex family law cases.
• Drive business development and client relationship management.
• Contribute to team development and mentoring.

Skills

Leadership

Client care

Business development

Negotiation

Mentoring

Advocacy

Education

Qualified Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Job Summary

Our client is a highly regarded and award-winning regional law firm with a strong presence across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and the East Midlands. Known for its inclusive culture, outstanding client service, and commitment to staff development, the firm offers an exciting opportunity for a senior family lawyer to step into a leadership role within a well-established department.We are now seeking a Family Law Partner (or a Senior Associate with a clear route to Partnership) to help lead and grow the family law offering in Goole and the wider region

Salary: £65–90K DOE plus excellent benefits package.

Key Requirements

We are looking for a senior family law professional with a proven track record in private family work, including divorce, finances, private children matters, and injunctions. The successful candidate will be an ambitious leader, capable of managing a team and developing new business.

Must-have skills and experience

• Qualified Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, ideally with 7+ years PQE.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a broad family law caseload.
• Strong knowledge of private law children cases, financial remedy, and injunctions.
• Legal Aid experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent client care, advocacy, and negotiation skills.
• Track record in business development, networking, and client retention.
• Experience in mentoring or supervising junior staff.
• Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to the strategic growth of the department.

Role & Responsibilities

As Family Law Partner, you will play a critical role in delivering legal excellence while helping to shape the future of the firm’s family law services in the region. You will be given the autonomy to lead, develop, and grow the team, with full support from senior leadership.

Key responsibilities include:

• Running and supervising complex family law cases (divorce, financial remedy, children, injunctions).
• Providing strategic input into the department’s development and growth.
• Driving business development, including maintaining and building client relationships.
• Mentoring and supervising junior team members and contributing to talent development.
• Contributing to internal training and sharing best practice.
• Representing the firm at local events, networking forums, and professional groups.
• Maintaining high standards of compliance, ethics, and client service.

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support senior lawyers in both their professional and personal wellbeing:

• 33 days’ annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Employer pension contributions on full salary.
• Life assurance.
• Generous sickness allowance.
• Ongoing CPD and leadership development opportunities.
• Client and employee referral schemes.
• 25% staff discount on selected legal services.
• Access to a comprehensive EAP/Cash Plan (24/7 GP access, mental health support, cashback on medical bills, discounted gym memberships).
• Collegiate working culture with regular partner meetings and cross-office collaboration.
• Leadership voice in shaping departmental and firm-wide strategy.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious and experienced Family Solicitor to step into a Partnership role within a progressive and values-led firm. Whether you’re an existing Partner seeking a fresh challenge or a Senior Associate ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.