Solicitor/Legal Executive – Head of Family Department – Swindon – 5+ Years PQE
Location: Swindon
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)
Salary: £55,000 to £85,000

A respected regional law firm is seeking a skilled and ambitious Family Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years’ post-qualification experience to lead and grow its Family Law team in Swindon. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a department with a loyal client base and strong local reputation, while bringing fresh ideas and energy to drive business development.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing and developing the Family Law team, with duties including:

• Leading a caseload of privately funded divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
• Supervising and mentoring team members
• Collaborating with Partners on strategy and growth
• Supporting training and development within the department
• Driving business development and marketing initiatives
• Ensuring high standards of client care and legal service

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor or legal executive with:

• 5+ years PQE in private family law
• Strong experience in complex family matters and advocacy
• Proven ability to manage a busy caseload independently
• Leadership skills and a desire to grow a team from the ground up
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Motivation, initiative, and a commercial mindset

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Company pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Free parking
• Employee discounts
• Company events and socials
• Hybrid working arrangements where possible

How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.