Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Family Law to lead their growing team in Romford, East London. The department handles a full spectrum of family law matters, including private family cases and public law proceedings such as care work representing both children and parents.The RoleThis senior role is ideal for a proactive and strategically minded solicitor who can lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team while maintaining their own client caseload. You will be responsible for shaping the department''s direction, ensuring consistent high-quality service, and driving business development across both private and public family law matters.Key Responsibilities• Lead and manage the family law team, providing guidance, supervision, and mentoring to solicitors and support staff• Oversee complex caseloads in both private and public law, including care proceedings, divorce, financial settlements, and children matters• Ensure the department operates efficiently, meets regulatory and compliance standards, and maintains exceptional client service• Develop and implement business development strategies, including client retention, referral networks, and marketing initiatives• Monitor departmental performance, fee generation, and profitability against agreed targets• Maintain hands-on involvement in high-value or sensitive cases to lead by example• Support training, professional development, and succession planning within the teamThe Candidate• Qualified solicitor with 5+ ..... full job details .....