Job Description
Family Law Solicitor / Cilex Legal Executive
We are a rapidly expanding Law Firm based in Norfolk and Suffolk and seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor / CILEX Legal Executive to play an active role in shaping the future of our family team .
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in family law, providing expert legal advice and representation to clients in matters such as divorce, co habitation disputes, separation, child arrangements and financial settlements. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple cases effectively while maintaining a high level of client care.
Responsibilities
* Provide legal advice and representation to clients in family law matters, including divorce, child arrangements, and financial disputes.
* Conduct negotiations on behalf of clients to reach amicable settlements where possible.
* Represent clients in court hearings and other legal proceedings.
* Maintain accurate records of case progress and client communications.
* Stay updated on changes in family law legislation and best practices.
* Collaborate with other professionals, including social workers and financial advisors, to support clients' needs.
* This role offers the successful candidate a supervisory role in our Great Yarmouth office.
Skills
* Strong IT skills for managing case files and documentation efficiently.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey complex legal information clearly to clients.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
* A compassionate approach towards clients facing challenging personal circumstances.
* Attention to detail in preparing legal documents and conducting case research.
If you are passionate about family law and possess the required skills, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity guiding some of life’s biggest turning points, from new beginnings to fresh starts with clarity, compassion and confidence.
The Candidate:
The ideal candidate will be adept at managing multiple tasks and have a good attention to detail. They should be a team-player who can quickly gain the trust of their team and clients as well as our professional colleagues in this demanding but often rewarding area of legal work. We pride ourselves in putting our clients at the forefront of what we do, and we are looking for candidates who share this passion, being a trusted advisor during pivotal like moments, helping our clients find practical, future focused solutions.
We are looking for a candidate who has:
* 2 years or more PQE in family law
* In depth knowledge and demonstrative skills in family law
* Confidence in managing files from instruction to conclusion
* Values that show commitment to delivering excellent client care
* Commercial awareness with a proactive approach to business development
* An appetite for developing their skills
Job Type Full-time
Pay dependent upon experience
Benefits
* Team Socials and Networking opportunities
* A genuinely supportive team that celebrates wins, shares knowledge and values balance as much as performance
* 35 days’ holiday per year, inclusive of bank holidays
• Christmas Eve off
• Your birthday off, or the closest working day to it
• Free parking, if required
• Half-price legal fees on services provided by the firm during your employment.
• Nest pension scheme (standard enrolment)
• Death in service benefit equivalent to four times your annual salary