Family Law Solicitor

Company: William James Recruitment
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Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

Family Law Solicitor / Partner – Cardiff – Up to £150k + Benefits

A leading national Legal 500 firm is seeking an ambitious Family Law Solicitor / Partner in Cardiff to play a pivotal role in establishing and growing its new office. This is a rare opportunity to build a high-performing team from the ground up, offering the autonomy and backing to shape a new regional presence within a highly regarded national platform.

This Family Law Solicitor / Partner role in Cardiff is ideally suited to a commercially astute lawyer with strong experience across privately funded family work, particularly complex financial remedy matters involving high-net-worth individuals, business assets, and trusts. You will be instrumental in setting the direction of the team, driving client acquisition, and developing a strong market presence across South Wales.

With significant investment, brand strength, and leadership support, this Family Law Solicitor / Partner opportunity in Cardiff offers the chance to take ownership of a growing office, influence strategic direction, and build a leading Family practice in a key regional market.

The Role:

  • Lead and manage a Family Law team in Cardiff
  • Advise on divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
  • Handle complex, privately funded cases for HNW clients
  • Drive business development and establish a strong presence in the Cardiff/South Wales market
  • Play a key role in office growth, including recruitment and team build-out
  • Work closely with senior leadership on strategy and performance
  • Mentor and develop junior lawyers and senior fee earners

The Candidate:

  • Senior Family Solicitor or Partner from a reputable firm
  • Strong technical expertise across private family law
  • Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
  • Well-connected in the Cardiff / South Wales market with referrer links
  • Commercially astute with strong client relationship skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a growth-focused approach

The Benefits and How to Apply:

  • Salary up to £150k
  • Share / equity options available
  • Flexible working
  • 33 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Private healthcare (individual)
  • Pension + death in service
  • Full sick pay after 6 months

Apply in strict confidence online or via telephone

Contact: Robert Holland, Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 | Mobile: 07495 117 132

Email: robert.holland@williamjamesrecruitment.com

Posted: June 2nd, 2026