*Family Lawyer*
Are you an experienced professional seeking a new opportunity to join a high performing and reputable firm within Shropshire?
We have an excellent opportunity for a full time or part time Lawyer to join our Family department, to be based at our Shrewsbury office. Day to day you will be expected to advise on a variety of Family matters, including Divorce, Finance and Private Law Children.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and dedicated individual who is passionate about client care and who enjoys engaging in business development. The ideal candidate will support the growth of the department and firm and be rewarded by working as part of a friendly, supportive, and approachable team.
PCB prides itself on providing opportunities for growth and development to advance legal careers from within. You will receive a competitive salary depending on your qualifications and experience and work with a company who are committed to the highest levels of client satisfaction.
*Employee Benefits*
PCB Solicitors provide the following Employee Benefits following successful completion of an initial probation period:
* Pension contributions,
* Salary sacrifice scheme,
* Discounts on gym memberships,
* 24/7 online GP appointments,
* Perks and discounts,
* Employee Assistance Programme,
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays from start of employment,
* An additional 1 day annual leave each year for your birthday,
* Additional holiday awarded for length of service,
* Paid sick leave after 6 months service, increasing after 2 years,
* Access to online training platform MBL for 100s of webinars,
* Opportunity to attend seminars for training and networking purposes,
* Access to free mortgage advice through Mortgage Advice Bureau,
* Regular company and charity events.
*About PCB Solicitors *
At PCB Solicitors LLP we believe that our clients deserve the best in service and advice. From Litigation and Dispute Resolution to Criminal Law, or Family Matters through to Residential Property and Commercial Property, and sound advice about Wills and estate administration, we pride ourselves on standing out from the crowd with an approachable team who share a can-do attitude.
PCB Solicitors LLP is a modern partnership of solicitors with offices in Shrewsbury, Church Stretton, Knighton, Telford, and Ludlow. Wherever we have an office, we dedicate ourselves to the service of the local and surrounding community. Working in Shropshire and Mid-Wales provides the opportunity to live and work in an idyllic rural environment.
PCB Solicitors LLP has been awarded a range of Quality Standards including the Lexcel Quality Mark, CQS and WIQs accreditation by the Law Society for standards of practice management, demonstrating our commitment to quality and service is absolute.
*Job Responsibilities:*
· Be able to efficiently manage your own caseload independently and engage in business marketing and development to attract work into the department,
· Advise clients on a variety of Family matters including Divorce, Finance and Private Law Children,
· Effectively use the case management system to manage client matters, ensuring each one is up to date in line with PCB’s compliance standards,
· Progress both new and existing matters surrounding Family law,
· Draft legal documentation and submission forms whilst complying with relevant case law and SRA regulations,
· Provide outstanding client care and give high-quality legal advice in line with PCB’s quality standards,
· Build strong client relationships with both existing and prospective clients.
*Essential Skills:*
· Highly organised with precise attention to detail,
· Experience with MS office applications such as Outlook and Word,
· Experience using case management and legal systems,
· Be able to work under pressure and retain high levels of confidentiality at all times,
· Proven written and verbal internal and external communication skills,
· Offer sound legal advice to a diverse client base,
· Maintain your continuing professional development requirements and stay up to date on relevant changes in Family law,
· Work in a collaborative manner within the team and wider firm,
· Be proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and with others,
· Have a positive approach to work and a strong work ethic.
*Experience:*
· Minimum of 2+ years post qualification experience (PQE) required,
· Experience in advising on Family matters required,
· Experience working in a Family department.
*PCB Solicitors do not offer visa/sponsorship or relocation packages. *
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Experience:
* Family law: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person