Role: Family / Child Care Solicitor
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Contract: Full time, permanent
Our client, a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm, is seeking a Family Solicitor (1-3 years PQE) to join its growing team in Barnsley.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The role will primarily involve private family law work, with the opportunity to gain exposure to and assist within the firm's Child Care department for candidates interested in broadening their experience.
The Role
You will handle a varied caseload of family matters including:
* Divorce and separation
* Financial remedy proceedings
* Private children matters
* Cohabitation disputes
* Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
* Domestic abuse injunctions
There will also be the opportunity to assist on public law children matters and care proceedings alongside experienced practitioners within the Child Care team.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will:
* Be a qualified solicitor with 1-3 years PQE in family law
* Have experience managing their own caseload
* Ideally have some exposure to child care/public law matters, although this is not essential
* Demonstrate excellent client care and communication skills
* Be commercially aware, organised, and proactive
* Work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* High-quality and varied caseload
* Genuine career progression opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative working culture
* Flexible working considered
* Ongoing training and professional development
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected regional firm with a strong reputation across South Yorkshire and an expanding family law offering.
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