Family Solicitor (3+ PQE)
Location: Saffron Walden, Sawston & Haverhill
Position: Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive DOE
The Opportunity
Our client, a respected and established regional law firm, is seeking a Family Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE to join its growing Family Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and friendly firm that values work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and career development.
The successful candidate will work across the firm's offices in Saffron Walden, Sawston, and Haverhill, managing a varied private family law caseload with dedicated secretarial support and access to modern case management systems.
The Role
You will manage a broad range of family law matters, including:
Divorce and separation
Financial remedy matters
Children Act proceedings
Child arrangements disputes
Cohabitation disputes
Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
Domestic abuse and injunction applications
Separation agreements
General family law advisory work
Key Responsibilities
Managing a family law caseload from instruction to conclusion.
Providing clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice.
Drafting legal documents, court applications, and correspondence.
Conducting client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships.
Representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
Liaising with courts, barristers, experts, and third parties.
Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm procedures.
Delivering exceptional levels of client care.
Supporting business development and networking activities.
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE in Family Law.
Experience managing a private family law caseload independently.
Strong client care, communication, and relationship management skills.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organisational abilities.
Proactive and professional approach.
Experience using case management systems is advantageous.
Advocacy experience and Resolution membership are desirable but not essential.
Working Arrangements
Full-time or part-time considered.
Office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Hybrid and flexible working available.
SOS Connect Case Management System.
Dedicated secretarial support.
Benefits
Competitive salary.
Hybrid and flexible working.
Paid sick leave.
Genuine work-life balance.
Free parking (subject to availability).
Wellbeing support for employees and their families.
Ongoing training and career progression.
Christmas Eve and an additional Christmas closure day not deducted from annual leave.
One additional wellbeing day per year.
Friendly, supportive culture and regular staff social events.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor seeking quality work, flexibility, and long-term career progression within a well-regarded and supportive firm