Position: Head of Family LawFirm: Legal 500Location: Leamington SpaSalary: Competitive based on experience Are you an experienced Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in your leadership journey?We''re working in partnership with a Legal 500 firm based in Leamington Spa to recruit a Head of Family Law to lead and develop a thriving department. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of a busy Legal Aid practice, combining hands-on legal work with departmental strategy and leadership.Role:- Providing strong, supportive leadership to a dedicated Family Law team- Overseeing departmental compliance, risk, and financial performance, including budgeting and KPI reporting- Ensuring AML and SARs compliance and keeping the team up to date with regulatory changes- Supervising and developing staff, including training and performance reviews- Representing the department in senior leadership meetings- You''ll also manage your own caseload, focusing on complex financial remedy and private law children matters, maintaining a high standard of client care, and continuing to grow the department''s profile and reputation.Ideal Candidate: - At least 5 years'' PQE in Family Law, including experience in complex cases- Membership of an accredited Legal Aid supervision panel (Family Law, Family Law Advanced, Children''s Panel or Resolution Specialist)- A track record of effective team leadership and financial oversight- Strong knowledge of compliance, AML regulations, and SRA ru