Family Solicitor (0–3 PQE)
Location: Southampton (with hybrid working)
Join one of the South’s leading law firms and award-winning Family team, ranked Band 1 by Chambers & Partners for five consecutive years. They’re now looking to recruit a Family Solicitor (0–3 years PQE) to continue their success and work closely with one of their leading Partners on high-quality, complex family law matters.
The Role
This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-net-worth matrimonial finance and complex private law children cases. You’ll support a Partner renowned for handling intricate, sensitive matters and will gain exposure to top-tier clients and challenging, rewarding work.
The Family team is recognised for representing high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, often handling cases involving trusts, inherited wealth, property portfolios, and complex private children disputes.
Key responsibilities include:
* Assisting the Partner with a busy caseload and drafting legal documents (applications, Forms E, questionnaires, court orders, briefs to Counsel)
* Managing your own time and work effectively, taking initiative and responsibility
* Keeping up to date with developments in family law
* Maintaining excellent communication with clients and colleagues
* Meeting time and financial targets while upholding professional standards
About You
You’ll be a qualified Solicitor (0–3 years PQE) with a passion for family law and a desire to build your career in a market-leading team.
You’ll have experience in:
* Divorce, dissolution and separation
* High-value and complex financial settlements
* Cohabitation and nuptial agreements
* Private law children matters
Why this firm?
The firm want you to thrive and be the best version of yourself. They’re proud of our 200-year history, but their focus is on the future and empowering their people, embracing innovation, and supporting your career development in an open, collaborative environment.
You’ll work alongside highly regarded lawyers, many recognised as leaders in their field, in a firm known for providing London-quality legal services at regional rates.
Rewards & Benefits
* Upwards of £50,000 p.a + performance bonus scheme
* 26 days’ holiday (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
* Private medical insurance (subject to eligibility)
* Pension scheme and life assurance
* Group income protection and personal accident cover
* Discounted legal fees
* Employee Assistance Programme & access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
* Annual Wellbeing Week, flu vaccinations, and health assessments
* Shopping Gateway discounts
* Supportive mentorship and career progression opportunities
* Hybrid working and modern city-centre offices in Southampton, Winchester, and Bournemouth
If you’re an ambitious Family Solicitor looking to work in a Tier 1, forward-thinking team where you’ll be challenged, supported, and inspired we’d love to hear from you.
Are you ready to take the next step in your family law career with one of the South’s most respected firms?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion to find out more.