Family Chartered Legal Executive

Sacco Mann; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning firm in York City Centre is seeking a Family Chartered Legal Executive to manage a full caseload of family matters. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse cases including divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements, while also mentoring junior team members. With a focus on compassionate client care and business development, this position is perfect for an experienced legal professional looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working options, and clear progression opportunities in a friendly office atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Hybrid Working Options

Good Annual Leave Allowance

Birthday Off

Clear Progression Opportunities

Friendly Office Environment

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Legal Executive with at least 5 years of Family law experience.
• Previous advocacy experience within court is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice to clients on family matters.
• Negotiate and represent clients in court proceedings.

Skills

Family Law Experience

Advocacy Experience

Compassionate Client Approach

Business Development Interest

Education

Qualified Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

A fantastic role is available for a Family Chartered Legal Executive to join an award-winning firm based in York City Centre. This Legal 500 firm has a significant presence in the Yorkshire legal market and brings in high-quality work.

The Role

You will be working on a full caseload of family matters including divorce and separation, financial settlements, child arrangements, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, and domestic abuse. You will also be responsible for the mentoring of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing strategic advice to clients regarding a range of family matters
• Negotiating on behalf of clients
• Attending court proceedings to represent clients
• Involved in the business development for the firm
• Mentoring and supporting any junior team members

About You

• Qualified Chartered Legal Executive with at least 5 years Family law experience
• Previous advocacy experience within court
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to clients
• Interested in business development and marketing initiatives to help the growth of the firm

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary with realistic set targets
• Strong hybrid and flexible working options
• Good annual leave allowance and your birthday off
• Clear progression opportunities
• Friendly and supportive office
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance

If you are interested in this Family Chartered Legal Executive role in York, please get in touch with Helen Mauborgne on 0113 467 9786 to find out more information or if you've a CV to hand, please submit this for review.

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