Role Overview
The Head of Family Law will oversee the departments casework, supervise and develop junior team members, manage operational performance, and contribute to strategic direction and growth. This is an ideal role for a senior solicitor with exceptional technical ability, client-care skills, and proven leadership experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Family Law department across multiple offices.
- Handle a varied and complex caseload, including divorce, finance, children matters, cohabitation issues, and domestic abuse cases.
- Supervise, train, and mentor solicitors, paralegals, and trainees.
- Ensure quality assurance, compliance, and risk management within the department.
- Contribute to strategic planning, growth initiatives, and departmental development.
- Support team performance, fee generation, and operational improvements.
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and expansion of the department.
- Work closely with senior management to refine processes and client service delivery.
- Build and maintain strong client and external-stakeholder relationships.
- Represent the firm at networking events, seminars, and community engagements.
Candidate Profile
- Significant PQE in Family Law, ideally with prior team-leadership or department-management experience.
- Deep technical expertise in private family matters, with confidence handling complex financial and children cases.
- Strong leadership skills with a collaborative and supportive management approach.
- Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business development and growth.
- Exceptional client-care skills and the professionalism required for sensitive, high-stakes matters.
- Robust understanding of regulatory obligations, risk, and compliance within a legal environment.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
- Proactive, resilient, and able to drive continuous improvement within the team.
What the Role Offers
- A senior leadership position within a respected and expanding legal practice.
- A competitive salary of £50,000£65,000, with scope for progression.
- The opportunity to shape and grow a thriving Family Law department.
- Strong existing caseload and solid administrative support.
- Autonomy, strategic influence, and long-term career development.
- Supportive, professional culture with a strong focus on quality and client care.
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£39000 - £41,000 per year DOE
Galashiels, Scottish Borders (working at a busy dealership and MOT centre)
Who were looking for
Were searching for an experienced MOT Tester / Technician with a sharp eye for detail and a strong sense of responsibility, someone who values safety, quality and getting the job done properly. If you take pride in thorough work and enjoy being part of a tight-knit team where your skills directly matter, this could be the perfect next step for you.
About the role
As MOT Tester / Technician, youll be responsible for carrying out full MOT inspections in line with UK regulations, ensuring every vehicle that passes through is safe, roadworthy and meets the required standards. Alongside MOT testing, you may get involved in light mechanical or diagnostic work and liaise with the wider service team to support customer vehicles. Precision, clear documentation and consistency will be your daily bread: complete checks, record results accurately, and communicate clearly if any issues arise.
Working hours
Monday to Friday, 08:30 17:00.
Key duties
- Perform MOT inspections in accordance with current DVSA standards.
- Identify defects and safety issues accurately and consistently.
- Record and maintain full documentation of all tests and results
- Ensure testing equipment is properly used and maintained, and meets compliance standards
- Liaise with the service team when further maintenance or repair work is needed.
- Provide clear, honest feedback to customers and colleagues about test results or vehicle condition.
Key requirements
- Valid UK MOT Tester certification (or equivalent), and experience carrying out MOT tests.
- Strong mechanical knowledge and comfort with vehicle systems (lights, brakes, emissions, steering, etc.).
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.
- Ability to document work accurately and clearly.
- Good communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team and sometimes liaise with customers or service advisors.
- Full UK driving licence.
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