Family Law Associate/ Senior Associate Solicitor
Royal Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid 2-3 days a week in office)
Location:
A few minutes' walk from the train station - London Bridge (45mins), Sevenoaks (30mins) Charing Cross (60mins), Hastings (55mins), Orpington (30mins), Hastings (45mins)
About the role
An ambitious fast-growing private client family law practice in Royal Tunbridge Wells is looking to appoint a Family Solicitor at Associate or Senior Associate level to support continued growth driven by reputation, referrals, and sustained client demand.
This practice has quickly established a strong local and regional profile, particularly in private children work and HNW family divorce and finance cases. Client enquiries are consistently high, with double-digit new instructions arriving weekly. The current and forward-loaded positive caseload has resulted in this excellent growth opportunity.
Candidates can expect high levels of admin support including but not limited to dictation, invoicing, and billing management coupled with an excellent commission and referral scheme.
The role would suit a lawyer who is confident in their technical ability, calm under pressure, and motivated by doing high-quality work in a practice that prioritises empathy, integrity, and balance. Individuals who enjoy either a mixed practice of finance and children matters, or those who lean more to financial matters, are equally attractive.
The work
You will manage a varied private family caseload, including a mix of:
* Private children matters, and/ or
* Divorce and financial remedy work
* Advisory work alongside mediation, including work linked to local mediator panels
Current demand includes several ongoing high value financial proceedings and a mix of matters resolving through mediation as well as contested litigation, often against large City firms.
Key responsibilities
* Managing private client family matters from instruction through to resolution
* Building strong, trusted relationships with clients in emotionally complex situations
* Delivering pragmatic, solution-focused advice
* Working collaboratively within a small, supportive team
* Contributing to the continued development of the practice and its reputation
* Participating in pro bono initiatives and community-facing work
* Confidence in handling your own caseload
* Strong client care, communication, and judgement
* A collaborative and grounded approach
* Interest in being part of a growing practice rather than a large corporate structure
Working arrangements and benefits
* Hybrid working - typically two to three days per week in the office (other arrangements may be considered)
* Administration support
* Beautiful, well-located office space in Royal Tunbridge Wells
* Supportive and transparent culture with excellent career development prospects
* Salary flexibility depending on experience and specialism
* Excellent billing-related commission
* Finder's fee bonus for direct referrals
* Ongoing professional development
About Lex Exec
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