Job Description
Family Law Team Leader
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Salary: £70,000 + bonus scheme
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Location: Cirencester, Tunbridge Wells, Horsham + hybrid working
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Our client is a well-established Legal 500 law firm, is seeking a Family Team Leader to provide expert legal advice with professionalism and empathy. Alongside managing a varied caseload, the successful candidate will lead the office team, ensuring high standards of performance, compliance, and client care. This role requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal services.
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Key Responsibilities
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Branch Management & Leadership
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Professional Standards & Compliance
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\n - Maintain high standards of professionalism and comply with SRA requirements.
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What We're Looking For
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\n - Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE in Family Law.
\n - Strong leadership, team management, and commercial skills.
\n - Experience driving business development and office performance.
\n - Excellent communication, organisational, and client care abilities.
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For the avoidance of doubt
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COLP - Compliance Officer for Legal Practice
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COFA - Compliance Officer for Financial Administration
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MLRO - Money Laundering Reporting Officer
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MLCO - Money Laundering Compliance Officer