Family Associate Solicitor

CRA Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national legal services provider is seeking a Family Law Solicitor (NQ-Senior) to expand their Family Law team in Manchester. The role involves managing a varied family caseload with strong client focus, and it offers a competitive salary between £38,000 and £55,000 plus excellent benefits. You will engage in proactive negotiation, oversee legal documentation, and support other solicitors if at a senior level. This position promotes hybrid working, further training, and is attached to a reputable organization with a high Trustpilot rating.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme

Coaching, training and clear development pathways

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

28 days' holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working (home/office)

Discounts on a wide range of products and services

Comprehensive wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with demonstrable experience in privately funded family law.
• Proven record of meeting chargeable time/billing targets.
• Confident with case management systems and general IT.

Responsibilities

• Manage a mixed caseload of privately funded family matters from instruction to conclusion.
• Conduct proactive negotiation to secure the best outcomes for clients.
• Accurately record all activity on the case management system.
• Meet individual and team chargeable time and profit‑cost targets.

Skills

Experience in privately funded family law

Relationship-building

Proficiency with case management systems

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Client care mindset

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

Job description

Job Title: Family Law Solicitor (NQ-Senior)

Location: Manchester City Centre (hybrid: home & office)

Salary: £38,000 to £55,000 DOE + excellent benefits (Work Level 6A)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Overview

Due to sustained growth, a leading national legal services provider is expanding its Family Law team and is seeking Solicitors across multiple levels (NQ up to Senior). You'll manage a varied privately funded family caseload end-to-end with a client‑first approach, supported by established admin/secretarial resources and a high‑performing case management system. No following required‑high‑quality work is sourced for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a mixed caseload of privately funded family matters from instruction to conclusion
• Conduct proactive negotiation to secure the best outcomes for clients
• Accurately record all activity on the case management system
• Meet individual and team chargeable time and profit‑cost targets
• Draft, review and audit legal documents and correspondence
• (Senior level) Provide day‑to‑day line management/support to Associate Solicitors

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with demonstrable experience in privately funded family law
• Proven record of meeting chargeable time/billing targets
• Confident with case management systems and general IT
• Strong relationship‑builder with a client‑care mindset; collaborative team player
• High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, resilient and adaptable to change

Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual incentive scheme
• Coaching, training and clear development pathways
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• 28 days' holiday + bank holidays (rising to 32 with service)
• Hybrid working (home/office)
• Discounts on a wide range of products and services
• Comprehensive wellbeing support (mental, physical, financial)

Why Join

Work with a purpose‑led, commercial organisation that invests in people, technology and client service (Family department Trustpilot rating 4.8/5). Shape the future of a growing practice while doing meaningful work for clients and communities.

Application Process

To explore this opportunity in confidence, apply via CRA Consulting or contact Rob Addy for an initial conversation.

Contact Rob Addy, Director - CRA Consulting 0114 2418030 or click apply today