Family Solicitor
We are working exclusively with a well-regarded high-street law firm seeking a Family Solicitor to join their friendly and close-knit team and manage a caseload of primarily Divorce and Matrimonial.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced family lawyer to take ownership of an existing caseload while also playing a key role in expanding the department.
The Role:
1. Handling a caseload primarily consisting of divorce, matrimonial, financial settlements, and some children law matters.
2. Dealing with mostly private clients, with occasional local authority instructions.
3. Ideally bringing some general litigation experience, including handling low-value debt collection cases.
4. Playing a proactive role in business development, strengthening client relationships, and generating repeat business.
5. Working in a small, collaborative office environment with full time secretarial support.
The Ideal Candidate:
1. Experience in divorce, matrimonial, and financial settlements (open on level of PQE but must be a qualified Family Solicitor).
2. A personable and approachable individual who can build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
3. An interest in developing the department and increasing the caseload.
4. Some general litigation experience is beneficial but not essential.
Working Arrangements & Benefits:
1. Full time
2. Competitive salary: dependent on experience
3. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional days leave after bank holiday Mondays (except May Day Monday).
4. Office closure between Christmas and New Year, not deducted from annual leave.
5. Employer pension contributions.
6. Free parking in the firm's office car park.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that values collaboration and client care, with a supportive working environment.
If you are looking for a role where you can make an impact and develop a department, this could be the perfect fit.
How to Apply:
If this role sounds of interest, please click APPLY or email a copy of your updated CV to Mike on m.shipcott@clayton-legal.co.uk. #J-18808-Ljbffr