Family Partner

We are currently recruiting for an accomplished Solicitor to join our dedicated Family team as Partner, due to growth.As Family Partner, you will actively drive growth across the firm, through effective leadership that energises and motivates individuals to commit to delivering an excellent client service, using efficient regulatory working practices.The team have developed a great reputation not only regionally but on a nation-wide level as well working with high net worth clients and individuals.Job Responsibilities:Responsible for running own caseload, including divorce, children and financial matters;Upholding high standards of service and accuracy across the department;Support business development/marketing and networking events;Support the development and delivery of a business plan for the team/group by identifying actions to drive profitable growth;Ensuring compliance with firm and regulatory standards;Secure profitable new clients through networking and cross sell opportunities, whilst simultaneously increasing the Firm’s profile;Create and deliver a pipeline to ensure a continual flow of profitable work for team members;Acts to raise firm’s profile across Region and in Industry;Ensure the execution of matters for self and the team/group comply with internal policies and procedures to minimise breaches, claims and client dissatisfaction;Ensure the team/group comply with SRA standards to safeguard our clients and supports the Firm in maintaining its Practice Management standards and accreditations;Ensure clients receive accurate, up-to-date legal advice that takes account of their circumstances and represents "value for money”;Actively drive key projects, ensuring that the targeted deliverables and benefits are achieved;Set clear objectives for direct reports, actively manage strong performance and contribute to annual salary reviews as required;Effective use of tools and opportunities (eg 1:1s, PDR) to maximise the strengths and skills of direct reports and;Provide coaching and training for individuals to maximise talent developmentAbout you:The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:Robust background in Private Family LawExceptional technical proficiency and drafting skills.Strong commercial acumen with a keen eye for detail.Leadership skills, Coaching & MentoringAble to build and manage client portfolios, generating work for self and teamAble to plan workloads and resources effectivelyStrategic ThinkingExcellent client care and client support skillsWe offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including 30 days annual leave, pension, private healthcare, training and development, life assurance, healthcare scheme, subsidised gym membership, hybrid working, on-site parking, canteen and an active social committee.Wright Hassall values the differences and advantages that a diverse workforce brings to the firm and is committed to ensuring that all applicants are valued as individuals and treated with respect and fairness.We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.