Job Description
Family Solicitor (3+ PQE)
Location: Saffron Walden, Sawston & Haverhill
Position: Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive DOE
The Opportunity
Our client, a respected and established regional law firm, is seeking a Family Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE to join its growing Family Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and friendly firm that values work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and career development.
The successful candidate will work across the firm's offices in Saffron Walden, Sawston, and Haverhill, managing a varied private family law caseload with dedicated secretarial support and access to modern case management systems.
The Role
You will manage a broad range of family law matters, including:
* Divorce and separation
* Financial remedy matters
* Children Act proceedings
* Child arrangements disputes
* Cohabitation disputes
* Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
* Domestic abuse and injunction applications
* Separation agreements
* General family law advisory work
Key Responsibilities
* Managing a family law caseload from instruction to conclusion.
* Providing clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice.
* Drafting legal documents, court applications, and correspondence.
* Conducting client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships.
* Representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
* Liaising with courts, barristers, experts, and third parties.
* Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm procedures.
* Delivering exceptional levels of client care.
* Supporting business development and networking activities.
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE in Family Law.
* Experience managing a private family law caseload independently.
* Strong client care, communication, and relationship management skills.
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organisational abilities.
* Proactive and professional approach.
* Experience using case management systems is advantageous.
* Advocacy experience and Resolution membership are desirable but not essential.
Working Arrangements
* Full-time or part-time considered.
* Office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm.
* Hybrid and flexible working available.
* SOS Connect Case Management System.
* Dedicated secretarial support.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* Hybrid and flexible working.
* Paid sick leave.
* Genuine work-life balance.
* Free parking (subject to availability).
* Wellbeing support for employees and their families.
* Ongoing training and career progression.
* Christmas Eve and an additional Christmas closure day not deducted from annual leave.
* One additional wellbeing day per year.
* Friendly, supportive culture and regular staff social events.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor seeking quality work, flexibility, and long-term career progression within a well-regarded and supportive firm.
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