Family Solicitor
Posted 16 hours 21 minutes ago by Recruitment Solutions
Join a prestigious, award-winning law firm where your family law expertise will flourish in a supportive, career-focused environment.
Family Solicitor - Award-Winning Firm
Location: Sevonoaks ,Kent (Other offices available) Salary: Excellent + Benefits
My client, a highly respected and award-winning law firm, is seeking a talented Family Solicitor to join their growing team. This is a superb opportunity for a legal professional who is ready to take on a new challenge within a firm known for its supportive culture, high-quality work, and excellent reputation in family law.
This role would suit someone with experience handling a broad range of family law matters who is looking to make a real impact and play a part in the ongoing success and development of the firm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a diverse caseload including:
- Divorce, separation, and financial settlements
- Private and public law children matters
- Domestic abuse and injunction applications
- TOLATA claims and cohabitation disputes
- Drafting pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements
- Handling your own files from instruction to completion
- Supervising work of junior fee earners when required
- Ensuring all files are managed in line with the firm's risk and compliance procedures
- Supporting the department during periods of absence or high demand
- Engaging with business development and contributing to marketing efforts
The Ideal Candidate:
- A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (CILEx), or equivalent
- A minimum of 2 years' PQE in family law (PQE is a guide - all levels considered based on merit)
- Experienced in handling a range of family law matters with minimal supervision
- Confident in using case management systems
- Commercially minded with good financial awareness and billing practices
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- A flexible, team-oriented approach with the ability to support colleagues
- Willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends when needed
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits
- A supportive and award-winning working environment
- Real career progression opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements and a strong emphasis on work-life balance
- Ongoing training and professional development
Apply Today for immediate consideration!