Family Partner (c.8+ PQE)
Location
West Midlands
Salary
£90000-110000 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Family
Reference
JRA/2601T
A strategic family partner appointment within an established regional firm, centred on its Shrewsbury office with influence across the wider network. This is a leadership role for a senior family lawyer looking to build and shape a practice, rather than make a like-for-like move. The position sits at salaried partner level, with a clear route to equity linked to the development of the local offering.
About the Firm
The firm has a long-standing presence in the region, with a reputation for practical, relationship-led advice. Its family team is collaborative and commercially grounded, with a focus on steady, sustainable growth. There is clear backing from leadership to continue investing in the Shrewsbury practice.
Role Overview
You'll take the lead on the family offering in Shrewsbury, with real autonomy over local strategy, direction and growth. Acting as the senior family lawyer in the office, you'll play a visible role in developing both the team and its profile in the local market. You'll work closely with an established family partnership across multiple locations, sharing work, referrals and input on wider team direction. The focus is on high-quality private family work, with an emphasis on building long-term client relationships and reputation. You'll also contribute to broader departmental planning and succession.
Candidate Profile
Likely to suit an experienced family lawyer around c.8+ PQE as a guide. This could be an existing partner or a senior lawyer ready to step into a partner-level role. You'll be comfortable taking ownership of a local platform while working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider team. A commercially aware, relationship-led approach is important, alongside a long-term view on building and developing a practice.
Offer and Benefits
Salaried partner-level role with a competitive package at the top end of the regional market. There is a clear and structured pathway to equity, aligned with the growth of the Shrewsbury practice. The role offers genuine autonomy locally, supported by an experienced and collaborative partnership.
What now?
An initial conversation can take place discreetly, and you don't need a CV to start.
For more information, please contact Joe Rees at Thornton Legal on 07903 222 898 or joe@thorntonlegal.co.uk.
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