Family Solicitor 3yrs PQE+
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- England,East of England,Essex
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- £40,000 - £60,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionFamily Solicitor (3+ PQE)
Location: Saffron Walden, Sawston & Haverhill
Position: Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive DOE
The OpportunityOur client, a respected and established regional law firm, is seeking a Family Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE to join its growing Family Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and friendly firm that values work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and career development.
The successful candidate will work across the firm’s offices in Saffron Walden, Sawston, and Haverhill, managing a varied private family law caseload with dedicated secretarial support and access to modern case management systems.
The RoleYou will manage a broad range of family law matters, including:
*Divorce and separation
*Financial remedy matters
*Children Act proceedings
*Child arrangements disputes
*Cohabitation disputes
*Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
*Domestic abuse and injunction applications
*Separation agreements
*General family law advisory work
Key Responsibilities*Managing a family law caseload from instruction to conclusion.
*Providing clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice.
*Drafting legal documents, court applications, and correspondence.
*Conducting client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships.
*Representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
*Liaising with courts, barristers, experts, and third parties.
*Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm procedures.
*Delivering exceptional levels of client care.
*Supporting business development and networking activities.
Candidate Requirements*Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in Family Law.
*Experience managing a private family law caseload independently.
*Strong client care, communication, and relationship management skills.
*Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organisational abilities.
*Proactive and professional approach.
*Experience using case management systems is advantageous.
*Advocacy experience and Resolution membership are desirable but not essential.
Working Arrangements*Full-time or part-time considered.
*Office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm.
*Hybrid and flexible working available.
*SOS Connect Case Management System.
*Dedicated secretarial support.
Benefits*Competitive salary.
*Hybrid and flexible working.
*Paid sick leave.
*Genuine work-life balance.
*Free parking (subject to availability).
*Wellbeing support for employees and their families.
*Ongoing training and career progression.
*Christmas Eve and an additional Christmas closure day not deducted from annual leave.
*One additional wellbeing day per year.
*Friendly, supportive culture and regular staff social events.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor seeking quality work, flexibility, and long-term career progression within a well-regarded and supportive firm.
Location: Saffron Walden, Sawston & Haverhill
Position: Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive DOE
The OpportunityOur client, a respected and established regional law firm, is seeking a Family Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE to join its growing Family Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and friendly firm that values work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and career development.
The successful candidate will work across the firm’s offices in Saffron Walden, Sawston, and Haverhill, managing a varied private family law caseload with dedicated secretarial support and access to modern case management systems.
The RoleYou will manage a broad range of family law matters, including:
*Divorce and separation
*Financial remedy matters
*Children Act proceedings
*Child arrangements disputes
*Cohabitation disputes
*Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
*Domestic abuse and injunction applications
*Separation agreements
*General family law advisory work
Key Responsibilities*Managing a family law caseload from instruction to conclusion.
*Providing clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice.
*Drafting legal documents, court applications, and correspondence.
*Conducting client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships.
*Representing clients at hearings where appropriate.
*Liaising with courts, barristers, experts, and third parties.
*Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm procedures.
*Delivering exceptional levels of client care.
*Supporting business development and networking activities.
Candidate Requirements*Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE in Family Law.
*Experience managing a private family law caseload independently.
*Strong client care, communication, and relationship management skills.
*Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organisational abilities.
*Proactive and professional approach.
*Experience using case management systems is advantageous.
*Advocacy experience and Resolution membership are desirable but not essential.
Working Arrangements*Full-time or part-time considered.
*Office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm.
*Hybrid and flexible working available.
*SOS Connect Case Management System.
*Dedicated secretarial support.
Benefits*Competitive salary.
*Hybrid and flexible working.
*Paid sick leave.
*Genuine work-life balance.
*Free parking (subject to availability).
*Wellbeing support for employees and their families.
*Ongoing training and career progression.
*Christmas Eve and an additional Christmas closure day not deducted from annual leave.
*One additional wellbeing day per year.
*Friendly, supportive culture and regular staff social events.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor seeking quality work, flexibility, and long-term career progression within a well-regarded and supportive firm.
Job number 3834838
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