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1. Run a high-value caseload with no BD, no advocacy and plenty of flexibility
2. Work from home 4+ days a week with the support of a forward-thinking leadership team
3. Enjoy fast-track progression and one-to-one mentoring to prepare for team leadership
A boutique, commercially minded family law firm is looking for a talented Family Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its growing North West team. If you’re tired of rigid hours and unnecessary face-time, this could be your chance to step into a truly flexible, remote-first role without compromising on career development or quality of work.
You’ll inherit a warm caseload of complex family matters — often involving finances, children and non-molestation — with the majority of new instructions coming directly from the firm’s high-performing marketing team. You’ll focus on conversion and client care, with no business development or advocacy work required, and get hands-on support from a dedicated Sales Director if needed.
As the firm continues to grow nationally, you’ll have a clear path to step into a team leader role, supported by a senior lawyer to help you enhance your leadership skills and take the next step in your career.
Who we’re looking for
4. 5+ PQE family solicitor (essential)
5. Comfortable running your own caseload independently (essential)
6. Strong communication and commercial awareness (essential)
7. Confident converting new enquiries from prospective clients (essential)
8. Boutique or Legal 500 background (desirable)
9. Positive, open-minded and values work-life balance (essential)
Salary & Benefits
10. £55,000–£80,000 FTE depending on experience
11. Part-time options (3 or 4 days) available
12. 1 day in-office per week (Manchester) – flexible to fortnightly or monthly
13. Christmas shutdown
14. Tailored perks to suit you (e.g. extra holiday for high performers)
15. Fast-track progression to Team Leader, Associate or Senior Associate
16. Focused on wellbeing and family-first flexibility
17. No targets for BD or advocacy – just legal work and client care
18. Support from a Sales Director for lead conversion
Contact Lucy Wickham
If you’re a family solicitor looking for a high-autonomy, low-stress role in a flexible, fast-growing firm, get in touch with Lucy at lucy.wickham@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.