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Family Partner

eNL Legal Recruitment
Birmingham Full-time GBP 65,000 – 85,000
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Family Partner | West Midlands | Leadership Opportunity - An established and forward-thinking law firm is seeking an experienced Family Partner to join its team in the West Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Family Lawyer looking to take on a genuine leadership role within a growing and ambitious practice.

The firm is keen to speak with experienced Family Law Partners or Head of Departments who are passionate not only about delivering exceptional client service, but also about leading and developing people, contributing strategically and helping shape the future direction of the business.

The Role
This is a senior appointment with a strong leadership and strategic focus. Alongside managing your own high-quality caseload and achieving financial targets, you will play a visible and influential role within the wider practice.
Key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing a privately funded Family caseload

  • Leading, mentoring and developing colleagues within the team

  • Supporting a positive, collaborative and high-performing culture

  • Attending and contributing to partnership and strategic planning meetings

  • Assisting with business development, networking and marketing initiatives

  • Ensuring compliance with SRA, Lexcel and internal regulatory procedures

  • Helping drive the continued growth and long-term success of the firm
The Candidate
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
  • Significant experience within Family law at Partner level or Senior Associate level ready for Partnership

  • A strong and well-established referral network

  • Proven leadership and people management experience

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

  • A commercial and strategic mindset

  • The ability to manage a substantial caseload while supporting wider team performance

  • A collaborative and proactive approach to leadership and business development
The Firm
This well-regarded practice offers a supportive and progressive working environment where senior lawyers are encouraged to contribute ideas and play an active role in shaping the future of the business. The firm prides itself on its collaborative culture, strong client relationships and long-term vision for growth.

How to Apply
To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Theresa Lucas on or email your CV to quoting Job Ref: TL4081.
Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence and your CV will never be submitted without your express permission.

As part of the candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not heard from us within this timeframe, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

At eNL, we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected characteristics.

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