Job Description
Family Solicitor/Chartered Legal Executive
South Devon | Hybrid & Home-Based Working
Are you an experienced Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive looking to join a highly regarded Legal 500 law firm in South Devon?
This role offers the flexibility of predominantly remote working, combined with occasional office attendance for team meetings, collaboration days and client requirements. The firm has an excellent reputation for family law and continues to attract a strong pipeline of privately funded work.
The Opportunity
* Manage a varied caseload of private family law matters
* Work with high-quality, privately paying clients
* Benefit from genuine autonomy and flexibility
* Join an established and supportive family law team
* Develop your own client base and specialist interests
* Excellent long-term career progression prospects
Private Family Law Work Includes
* Divorce and separation
* Financial settlements and ancillary relief
* Cohabitation disputes
* Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements
* Private children matters
* Child arrangements orders
* Grandparents' rights applications
* Non-molestation and occupation orders
* Family relationship breakdown and dispute resolution
What We're Looking For
* Qualified Solicitor, FCILEx or Chartered Legal Executive
* Minimum 3 years' PQE or equivalent experience in family law
* Proven experience handling private family law matters independently
* You MUST be based within South Devon or the surrounding area
* Able to attend court hearings and occasional office meetings when required
* Existing local contacts, professional network or client following would be advantageous, but not essential
Salary & Benefits
* Highly competitive salary package
* Performance-related bonus scheme
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Additional Christmas office closure
* Death in Service benefit
* Flexible and remote working arrangements
* Supportive and collaborative culture
* Opportunity to build and shape your own specialist family law practice
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a family lawyer seeking better work-life balance without compromising on the quality of work. You'll join a respected regional firm with a strong reputation in private family law while enjoying the flexibility of home-based working across South Devon.
Apply Today
To apply, please send your CV using the application link.
For a confidential discussion about this Family Solicitor vacancy, or to explore other family law opportunities across Devon and the South West, contact Paul Norman directly
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