Family Law Solicitor

Job description

Family Law Partner – Cardiff – Up to £180,000 + 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 £150,000 depending on experience
• 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: 07951 097 638

Email: robert.holland@williamjamesrecruitment.com

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cardiff

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English