Branch Manager / Family Solicitor

Branch Manager | Senior Family Solicitor (5+ PQE) Cirencester | Hybrid working Nationwide Family firm | Salary up to £65k + Lucrative bonus Are you an experienced Family Law Solicitor ready to step into a leadership role and make your mark? Our client, a well-established firm with 15+ offices nationwide specialising in family law, is expanding and launching a new office in the Cirencester area. They are seeking a senior solicitor to take on a dual role - managing a high-quality caseload while leading the setup, development, and ongoing success of the new branch as Branch Manager. The Role This is a unique opportunity combining legal practice with leadership and business development. As Branch Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and growing the new office while maintaining a high-quality caseload of family law matters. You will play a central role in shaping the office’s culture, reputation, and commercial success from the ground up. Key Responsibilities • Manage a varied caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, private children work, and domestic abuse cases • Lead the setup and development of the new branch office • Recruit, mentor, and manage a growing team of legal and support staff • Drive business development and build strong local relationships • Ensure compliance with regulatory and firm-wide standards • Contribute to the strategic growth and profitability of the office About You • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 5+ years PQE in Family Law • Proven experience handling a broad range of privately funded and/or legal aid family matters • Strong leadership or supervisory experience (or clear readiness to step into a leadership role) • Commercially aware with a proactive approach to business development • Excellent interpersonal and client care skills • Organised, ambitious, and capable of working autonomously Benefits • Salary up to £65k • Lucrative bonus 24%+ • 25 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays • Private healthcare • Enhanced pension scheme • Free parking • Development opportunities, charity days and Staff events Apply Now If you are an experienced Family Solicitor looking to take the next step into a leadership role and make a tangible impact within a growing firm, we would love to hear from you.