Senior Family Lawyer (Senior Associate) | London | National Firm | Clear Route to Partnership
A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its growing Family team in London. This is a strategic hire within a well-established national practice, offering high-quality work, strong leadership support, and a clear pathway to partnership.
The Role
You’ll join a respected Family department with an excellent reputation and an experienced head of team providing guidance and support. The firm is now strengthening its Family capability in London, creating an opportunity for a senior lawyer to take on a visible, influential position within the team.
The role offers a blend of autonomy and support: you’ll have the space to shape your practice in London while being fully integrated into a wider national team known for collaboration, quality, and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on a broad range of family law matters with a focus on high-quality, client-centred work
- Developing relationships with clients, referrers and networks across the London market
- Working closely with the national head of department to align strategy and ensure seamless integration
- Collaborating with colleagues across the London office to generate cross-departmental opportunities
- Playing a key role in the team’s long-term growth, including mentoring future hires
- Leading and contributing to business development initiatives
About You
- Senior Associate-level Family lawyer with strong technical expertise and commercial awareness
- Comfortable engaging in business development and building a profile in the London market
- Strong relationship builder with a collaborative, approachable style
- Ambitious and progression-focused, with partnership firmly in view
- Able to integrate effectively within a busy, multidisciplinary office environment
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working: three days in the London office, two from home
- Clear, structured pathway to partnership
- Strong national platform with excellent cross-referral opportunities
- Supportive culture with genuine investment in long-term career development
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