Family Associate

Simpson Judge; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable regional law firm in the South West is seeking an experienced Family Associate to manage a caseload focusing on Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse cases. This role offers hybrid work flexibility and a supportive environment. Candidates with 3-5 years PQE are preferred, along with relevant experience in various family law matters. The firm is known for its excellent work-life balance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Health Care Cash Plan

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse matters is essential.
• Wider experience across divorce, finances, and cohabitation disputes is desirable.
• Keen to contribute to team growth and departmental development.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of family law matters.
• Handle a varied caseload including divorce, separation, and protective injunctions.
• Conduct your own advocacy where appropriate.

Skills

Client-focused approach

Compassionate handling of sensitive matters

Advocacy experience

Education

Qualified Solicitor, ideally 3-5 PQE+

Membership of Resolution or relevant accreditations

Job description

Family Associate

Location: Bristol - flexible hybrid

Salary: 80-95,000+ DOE

OVERVIEW

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a skilled Family Associate to join a highly reputable regional law firm with a strong presence across the South West. The firm is ranked in the Legal500, well-regarded and known for its supportive, modern, and people-focused culture.

You will be joining a specialist family team that handles a broad range of complex work, including both legally aided and privately funded matters. The firm champions flexibility, professional development, and great work-life balance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage your own caseload of family law matters with a particular focus on Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse cases (including legal aid work).
• Handle a varied caseload that may include divorce, separation, financial matters, cohabitation issues, and protective injunctions.
• Conduct your own advocacy where appropriate.
• Work closely with colleagues across the wider family and litigation departments.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the department through marketing, networking, and thought leadership.

ABOUT YOU

• Qualified Solicitor, ideally 3-5 PQE+ (but all experienced candidates considered).
• Experience in Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse matters is essential, including legal aid casework.
• Wider experience across divorce, finances, and cohabitation disputes is desirable.
• Advocacy experience welcomed but not essential.
• Membership of Resolution or other relevant accreditation's an advantage.
• Compassionate, client-focused, and confident in managing sensitive matters.
• Keen to contribute to team growth and departmental development.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working with excellent flexibility
• 25 days' annual leave plus 1.5 days extra over the festive period
• Ability to buy or sell up to 1 week of leave each year
• Health Care Cash Plan - money back on optical, dental & alternative therapies
• Life Assurance at 4x salary from day one
• Pension scheme with matched contributions (salary sacrifice)
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Discretionary profit and performance-related bonus
• Season ticket loan (up to 10,000)
• Staff referral bonuses (including recruitment and client referrals)
• Discounted conveyancing fees

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