Location: Birmingham (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
The Opportunity
A top tier Legal law firm in Birmingham is looking to recruit an experienced Family Solicitor to join its dynamic and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated family law professional to manage a varied caseload of privately funded and Legal Aid work within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
The firm has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and offers a modern working culture with flexibility and progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Managing a caseload of family law matters including divorce, financial remedy, and children matters (private and public law)
2. Dealing with Legal Aid files in line with compliance standards
3. Conducting advocacy where appropriate
4. Building and maintaining strong relationships with private and corporate clients
5. Keeping up to date with current legislation and developments in family law
6. Drafting and completing applications, forms, and legal documents to a high standard
7. Supporting business development activities such as seminars, client pitches, and networking events
8. Contributing to departmental targets and overall business objectives
Person Specification
9. 5pqe+
10. SRA Family Law Accreditation (essential)
11. Strong experience handling both private and publicly funded family cases
12. Proven ability to meet billing and time recording targets
13. Confident managing a varied caseload independently
14. Excellent client care, interpersonal and communication skills
15. A proactive, organised and team-focused approach
What’s on Offer
16. Competitive salary package based on experience
17. Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
18. Supportive working environment and strong internal infrastructure
19. Opportunities for career development and progression
20. A firm recognised in the Legal with a solid reputation in family law