Family Associate – Thames Valley (Reading)
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Join a Top 60 UK Law Firm – Recognised as one of The Times Best Law Firms 2024
We’re working with a leading national firm, highly regarded for its Family practice, with one of the largest and most experienced teams in the country. Based in their Reading office, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Family Associate to handle high-quality work and develop your career within a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
The Role
You’ll advise on a broad range of complex family matters, including:
* Financial remedies following divorce and cohabitation
* Wealth protection and nuptial agreements
* High-net-worth and multi-jurisdictional cases
* Children law and mediation
This is an opportunity to join a well-established and recognised team of specialists, with genuine scope to grow your profile and progress your career.
Why Join This Firm?
The firm is people-focused, independent, and financially strong, with over 150 Partners across 10 offices in England and Wales. They are consistently ranked among the UK’s most active deal makers and have raised over £2m for local charities.
They offer first-class work, excellent training and mentoring, and a culture built on collaboration, trust, and flexibility.
Benefits & Rewards
* Holidays – 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Bonus – Discretionary bonus of up to 16.6% of earnings
* Private Medical Insurance – Day one cover (with options to add dependants)
* Income Protection – 50% of earnings if unwell for 6+ months
* Life Assurance – 4x average earnings
* Pension – Profit-share contributions + Scottish Widows scheme
* Smart Working – No fixed days in/out, work flexibly to suit business needs
* Car Parking / Season Ticket Loan – Depending on location
* Gym Membership – 1/3 contribution towards membership
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support
* Discounts & Perks – Retail discounts, legal fee reductions, “Wills at Work” service
* Family Leave – Generous policies with extended full-pay maternity leave
* Financial Wellbeing & Eye Care Support – Annual eye test + £100 towards glasses
* Social Life – Regular events, Friday drinks, summer parties, charitable fundraising
About You
* Qualified Solicitor with experience in Family Law (all PQE levels considered)
* Strong client care and interpersonal skills
* Desire to handle high-quality, often complex cases
* Team-oriented with ambition to develop professionally
If you’re looking to take the next step in your Family Law career with a firm that combines high-calibre work, excellent career prospects, and a truly supportive culture, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now for a confidential discussion.