Family Solicitor - Divorce & Finance - Senior Associate (8+ PQE) - Bristol
Location: Bristol (Hybrid)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time
Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)
A respected national law firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor (Solicitor or FCILEx – authorized litigator) to join its well-established Family Department in Bristol. This is a senior appointment suited to a Senior Associate level lawyer with strong expertise in divorce and financial remedy work, including pre‑nuptial and cohabitation agreements. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking both full‑time and part‑time arrangements, with flexible working patterns open for discussion.
The Role
* Running your own caseload of divorce and financial remedy files
* Handling pre‑nuptial and cohabitation agreements
* Conducting your own advocacy where appropriate
* Supporting the firm's work creation and online document projects
* Engaging in networking, marketing and business development
* Supervising and developing junior case handlers
* Managing urgent work and meeting tight deadlines
This is a senior role offering autonomy, responsibility and excellent long‑term career prospects.
About You
Essential
* Qualified Solicitor or FCILEx (authorized litigator) with 8+ years’ PQE
* Strong experience running your own divorce and finance caseload
* Excellent advocacy skills
* Proven billing record and ability to generate work
* Highly organised with strong time‑management skills
* Confident handling urgent matters and working under pressure
* Positive, enthusiastic approach to family law
* Strong team‑working skills and experience supervising junior colleagues
* Able to work independently and use initiative
Desirable
* Experience in international divorce and finance matters
* Resolution Accredited Specialist
Hybrid Working
* This role is based in the Bristol office with a blend of office and home working.
What the Firm Offers
* Excellent annual leave and wellbeing benefits
* Health cash plan and lifestyle/gym benefits
* Flexible working and "dress for your day" policy
* Recognition and referral schemes
* Routes to qualification and ongoing professional development
* A strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and accessibility
The firm is known for its high quality service, strong client relationships and supportive culture.
How to Apply
For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Olivia Reed:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
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