Senior Family Solicitor - Team Leader

Position: Senior Family Solicitor - Team Leader Location: London   Salary: Negotiable   About Us: Our client is a fast-growing family law firm committed to innovation, employee development, and work-life balance. Their firm values diversity, collaboration, and individual growth. They specialise in family law, providing exceptional legal services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Role Overview: They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Family Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their team as an Associate Director Team Lead. The successful candidate will lead a busy family law team, driving performance, setting high standards, and empowering team members to achieve professional success. Key Responsibilities: - Lead a high-performing family law team, providing supervision, support, and guidance to team members. - Develop and implement strategies to achieve team goals and targets, focusing on client objectives and resolving all concerns. - Tailor and choreograph cases with the team to meet client objectives, addressing complex legal issues with strategic planning and negotiation techniques. - Foster a positive work environment, encouraging collaboration, creativity, and innovation among team members. - Maintain a friendly and welcoming demeanor, both internally with team members and externally with clients. - Utilize strong communication skills to connect and communicate effectively at all levels within the firm and with clients. - Demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability, upholding the firm's reputation for delivering a first-class service. - Uphold strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to work in a paperless environment. - Prioritize tasks effectively, demonstrating resilience and commitment under pressure. - Conduct performance/coaching conversations to support and add value to team members. - Uphold the firm's reputation for excellence, maintaining empathy, understanding, and efficiency in all tasks. Requirements:  - 10 years plus PQE in family law. - Experience in managing a high-performing team. - Extensive private family law experience. - Commercial awareness and understanding of the legal market. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. - Strong attention to detail and accuracy in addressing client concerns. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. - Resilience, commitment, and a strong work ethic. Application: If you are a seasoned Family Solicitor or Legal Executive with a passion for leadership and seeking an exciting new opportunity, we invite you to apply for this position