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🥝 Family Solicitor/Head of Family Department 5PQE+

Bailey Hunter Ltd | York, United Kingdom | Posted June 23, 2026

Job Description

Our client, an established and well-regarded law firm based in York, is looking to recruit an experienced Family Solicitor / Head of Department to lead and further develop its Family team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Family Solicitor who is confident managing complex matters, supervising others and playing a key role in the continued growth of the department.


The role is full time with hybrid working available.


The Role


You will manage a varied caseload of complex family matters, including:

  • Divorce and separation

  • Financial remedy matters

  • Private children work

  • Cohabitation disputes

  • Pre- and post-nuptial agreements

  • Wider private family law matters
  • Alongside your own caseload, you will supervise and manage the Family team, providing technical support, guidance and mentoring to more junior colleagues.


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