* Build a private family law caseload from the ground up, with full support
* Shape your future – and that of the department – in a growth-focused role
* Work 4 days, enjoying flexibility, career progression and a friendly, forward-thinking team
A respected Yorkshire law firm is looking for an experienced Family Solicitor to join its growing private family law team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a caseload of divorce, finance and private children work from a strong foundation, without the distractions of legal aid.
You’ll be stepping into a newly restructured department with a blank canvas to shape your own practice. With marketing and business development support and a growing number of referrals, you’ll have the autonomy to develop your name in the local private family market and drive the team’s future growth.
You’ll work alongside a supportive director who values open communication, collaboration and court advocacy, and who’ll give you the space and encouragement to thrive.
Who we’re looking for
* 5+ PQE solicitor with a strong background in private family law
* Experienced in handling divorce, finance and private children matters
* Confident and proactive in business development and networking
* Highly organised, commercially aware and a great communicator
* Entrepreneurial mindset and appetite to grow a department
* Friendly, empathetic and driven to deliver excellent client care
Salary & Benefits
* £40,000–£50,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 from home
* 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus your birthday off
* Individual and team bonus (paid annually in February)
* 6 weeks’ sick pay and 2x death in service cover
* Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated wellbeing support
* Pension scheme
* Clear routes to progression – solicitor, associate, director
Contact Lucy Wickham
If you’re a confident family solicitor ready to take the next step and grow something of your own, get in touch with Lucy Wickham at lucy.wickham@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat. #J-18808-Ljbffr