Family Associate Solicitor

Realm Recruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in England is seeking a Family Solicitor to join a respected team in Cheshire. The ideal candidate will have strong family law experience, particularly in divorce and finance matters, along with business development skills. The role includes managing a caseload, mentoring juniors, and participating in a vibrant workplace culture with hybrid working options. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Top-of-market salary

Performance-based bonuses

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Free on-site healthy snacks

Clearly defined route to Salaried Partner

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with strong family law experience.
• Background in divorce and finance work is ideal.
• Confident handling complex and HNW family cases independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage own family caseload (divorce, finance, or private children work).
• Work as part of a close-knit team with experienced colleagues.
• Get involved in business development and networking opportunities.

Skills

Family law experience

Business development skills

Mentorship or supervision

Education

Qualified Solicitor (3-5 PQE)

Job description

• Handle high-quality family work in a supportive, Tier 1 Legal 500 team
• Progress your career in a modern firm with tailored development paths
• Enjoy a vibrant, down-to-earth culture and hybrid working options

Are you a Family Solicitor ready to join one of the most respected family teams in Cheshire?

This is your opportunity to step into a dynamic team where your unique strengths are recognised and supported, whether your ambitions lie in people management, business development, or complex casework.

The team handles some of the region’s most high-value, high-profile family matters, and you’ll benefit from direct access to senior leadership, ongoing mentorship, and career progression that’s designed around you.

Who we’re looking for

• Qualified Solicitor (ideally 3–5 PQE) with strong family law experience
• Background in divorce and finance work, ideally from a quality-focused or Legal 500 firm
• Keen to progress into people management or BD leadership in future
• Confident handling complex and HNW family cases independently
• Business development skills and experience essential
• Mentorship or supervision experience (desirable)
• Strong work ethic and team‑focused mindset
• Personable, collaborative, and enthusiastic

What you’ll be doing

• Manage your own family caseload (divorce, finance, or private children work)
• Work as part of a close‑knit team in Cheshire, with support from experienced colleagues across the wider business
• Get involved in business development and networking opportunities
• Mentor junior members of the team as your role develops
• Collaborate with senior lawyers on complex, ultra‑HNW matters
• Contribute to the growth of the team’s regional presence
• Hybrid working – 2 days from home once settled in

Salary & Benefits

• Top‑of‑market salary, dependent on experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas closure
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• Free on-site healthy snacks and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., yoga sessions)
• Clearly defined route to Salaried Partner
• Hybrid working: 2 days WFH following initial office‑based period

Contact Mel Samson

Want to be part of a team where you can be yourself, do your best work, and build a future? Let’s have a confidential chat about your next step.

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