Family Solicitor

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) + Bonus

Location: Preston (Hybrid Working Supported)

Experience: 1-5 years' PQE (Family Law)

Are you looking to join a market-leading law firm with a people-focused, award-winning culture? Our client's Family Team in Preston is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to handle a varied caseload of privately funded divorce, financial remedy, and children matters. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, growing team with a strong reputation for client care and professional development.

• Manage a diverse caseload of privately funded family law matters, including divorce, finances, and children work
• Advise high-net-worth and private clients on complex family law issues
• Attend court, mediations, and client meetings, preparing detailed notes as required
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and court applications
• Progress client work efficiently, keeping clients informed on progress, outcomes, and costs
• Achieve billing and time-recording targets, supporting the team's objectives
• Contribute to business development through networking and building local relationships
• Work collaboratively within a friendly, expert team

• Qualified solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE in family law
• Experience acting for privately funded and HNW clients
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent IT, organisation, and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach to business development
• Leadership skills and experience with SOS case management system (desirable)

• Highly competitive salary £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) plus bonus
• Hybrid working policy and flexible arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• Commitment to a maximum of 1,200 chargeable hours per annum
• Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review
• Medicash health benefits cash plan and employee assistance programme
• Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
• Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)
• Free conveyancing for your primary residence and free Wills
• Employee referral scheme and biannual promotion/salary uplift process
• Regular social events, including annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards
• Supportive, award-winning culture focused on staff wellbeing and development

Our client is a respected regional law firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to individuals, families, and businesses. The firm is known for its people-first approach, supportive culture, and commitment to professional growth.

Preston. Full-time, permanent role. Hybrid working supported. Modern offices with excellent amenities and transport links.

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