Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent PQE: Minimum 2 years
A respected regional law firm in Bolton is seeking a capable and committed Family Law Solicitor to lead its family department. I'm currently working with the firm to identify strong candidates for this key leadership role.
️ The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience to step into a Head of Department position. You'll manage your own caseload of family law matters-both privately funded and legal aid-while overseeing the strategic and operational development of the department.
Your caseload will include:
Divorce and separation
Financial remedy proceedings
Private children law matters
Cohabitation and pre/post-nuptial agreements
Domestic abuse injunctions
Legal aid matters, including care proceedings and emergency applications
You'll be supported by a small, dedicated team and have the opportunity to shape and grow the department.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
Be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 2 years' PQE in family law
Have experience managing a varied caseload independently
Be confident handling both private and legal aid matters
Demonstrate leadership potential or prior supervisory experience
Be commercially minded and proactive in business development
Possess excellent interpersonal and client care skills
This role is ideal for someone who combines strong legal expertise with a genuine commitment to access to justice.
What's on Offer
Senior-level role with autonomy and influence
Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid working options
Supportive and collaborative firm culture
Clear path for further progression
If you're a driven family solicitor ready to lead a department and make a meaningful impact, I'd be happy to share more details.
