Family Solicitor or CILEX (2–5 PQE)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor to join our growing and highly regarded Family team. Reporting to the Family Partner, you will be responsible for managing your own client base and contributing to the continued development of the department.We are seeking a Solicitor with between two and five years PQE, with proven experience of managing your own matters. You will inherit an existing caseload and also be encouraged to play an active role in developing new work. We are looking for someone who is commercially aware, proactive in business development and keen to support the ongoing growth of our Family Law team.Experience/ Attributes requiredIn excess of 2+ years’ experience in family lawAmbitious and passionate about modern approaches to family law, helping families and working in constructive waysA track record of working for a firm known for its family law work with high net worth clients or complex workEnthusiasm for working in ways that promote NCDR is a must. Mediation or collaborative training is preferred but not essentialMembership of ResolutionExcellent record of client serviceAbility to supervise more junior members of the teamAbility to work independently, without close supervision, on own matters as well as part of a team supporting on more complex workAbility to consistently meet deadlines and to manage competing prioritiesProficiency within MS Office and OutlookExcellent organisational skills and attention to detailPossess first-class communication and interpersonal skillsOutstanding business development skills and an entrepreneurial flair with a willingness to be involved in BD activities to generate further growthExperience of working with case management systemsWork typeAlthough this opportunity will be based around an individual’s own specialist areas within family law, they will also be expected to have a broad knowledge across all areas of private Family Law matters including:Divorce and separationFinancial MattersChildren MattersPro-active family agreements including nuptial and cohabitation agreementsBenefitsContractual25 days holidayPension schemeLife Assurance 5 x final salaryPrivate medical insuranceMedicash and discounted retail benefitsNon ContractualFlexible Hybrid workingAn additional days holiday for your birthdayA weekly wellbeing hour8 hour per annum charity workCycle to work schemeBring your dog to workSocial committee eventsSeason ticket travel loanEligible to purchase an additional five days holidayTeam structure1 x Partners1 x Senior Associate Solicitor1 x Associate Solicitors1 x Trainee Solicitor2 x Paralegals

Created: 2025-12-13