Family Solicitor

Sacco Mann; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and forward-thinking firm is seeking a motivated Family Solicitor to join a progressive team in Huddersfield. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of private family matters, including divorce and Children Act proceedings, while providing exceptional client service. The firm is known for its commitment to client care and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for business development and networking. With a focus on work-life balance and a competitive salary, this is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor looking to advance their career in a reputable firm.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus statutory

Health Scheme

Hybrid working available

Competitive salary

Work life balance

Qualifications

• High level of knowledge in family law and excellent client care skills.
• Experience in running own caseload and supervising junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of private family work including divorce and Children Act proceedings.
• Build and maintain lasting relationships with clients.

Skills

Client Care Skills

Business Development

Networking

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5-10 PQE)

Job description

A well-respected Legal 500 firm with a national profile has a fantastic opportunity for a Family Solicitor to join their successful Huddersfield office. Our client is an innovative and forward-thinking firm, with a great reputation for its service. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Family Solicitor to join a progressive and award-winning team.

The Role

You will be running your own caseload of private family work, including non-molestation applications, Children Act proceedings, divorce proceedings and assisting with financial cases. There will also be the opportunity to get involved in domestic violence work.

What's in it for you?

• 25 days holiday plus statutory, plus extra days for long service.
• Health Scheme
• Hybrid working available.
• Competitive salary.
• Work life balance

Key Responsibilities

• You will work closely with clients to build and maintain lasting relationships.
• Provide excellent client service.
• You will also have the opportunity to assist in the business development and networking activities of the department and wider firm.

About You

• Demonstrate a high level of knowledge and excellent client care skills.
• Ideally 5-10 PQE.
• Experience of running own caseload and being able to pick up cases partway through.
• Be happy to supervise junior members of staff.

Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

How to Apply:

To hear more, please contact Rachel Birkinshaw or another member of the private practice team at Sacco Mann on 0113 467 9795.