Head of Family Solicitor – £120K + Employee Shares

Join Hedges Law, an employee‑owned firm that values people over profit, as the Head of the Family Team. You will lead high‑net‑worth clients on complex family matters, from divorce and financial remedies to domestic violence and adoption, while shaping the firm’s culture and direction.

Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Part‑time / Flexible / 4‑day week supported

From Day One You Will Be:

• A share of the business (with no buy‑in)
• Empowered – everyone has a voice
• Valued for your expertise and contributions
• Challenged by high‑quality work for high‑net‑worth clients
• Balanced – set‑off at the right pace
• Nurtured and developed for career progression
• Accelerated career growth
• Paid what you are worth, faster than many firms

Responsibilities:

• Provide best‑in‑class family‑law advice to high‑net‑worth clients.
• Lead the Family Team, managing legal services and supporting team members.
• Advise on all family‑related matters including divorce, children disputes, financial remedy claims, pre‑ and post‑nuptial settlements, domestic violence and co‑habitation matters.
• Deliver outstanding client care and maintain a clean billing history.
• Support marketing and business growth initiatives.
• Represent the firm at conferences, panels and community events.

Qualifications:

• Qualified solicitor with significant experience in family law.
• Expertise in high‑net‑worth financial remedy claims and contested proceedings.
• A solid billing history and clean claims record.
• Excellent client‑care skills and ability to deliver high‑quality legal services.
• Highly organised with strong time‑management skills.
• Warm, personable and collegial – a team player with a can‑do attitude.
• Proficient in IT, with a desire to adopt new ways of working.
• Professional appearance and strong communication.
• Experience in marketing and business development is a plus.

Benefits:

• 25/28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• Life insurance, flu vouchers, company pension.
• Profit sharing through employee ownership.
• Salary sacrifice options.
• Paperless technology to streamline work.
• Coaching and personal development programmes.
• Culture: inspiring working environment with people‑focused values.
• High‑pedigree team in Oxfordshire & Cotswolds.

We value diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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