Family Law Solicitor

Cameron Clarke Associates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A Manchester-based law firm is seeking a Family Law Solicitor to lead a small team and manage a varied private family law caseload. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £36,000 to £50,000, alongside performance bonuses and opportunities for career progression. The firm promotes a supportive culture and work-life balance with flexible working options. Ideal candidates will have 1–5 years PQE in Family Law and strong advocacy skills, alongside the ability to provide excellent client care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly performance bonuses

Clear career progression

Supportive team culture

Pension scheme

Paid annual leave

On-site parking

Qualifications

• You’ll be a qualified Solicitor with 1–5 years PQE in Family Law, ideally with strong advocacy experience.
• Confidence in managing your own caseload and leading a small team is essential.
• Target-driven, professional, empathetic, and committed to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 3 solicitors while handling a varied private family law caseload.
• Represent clients at hearings and prepare instructions for counsel.
• Provide clear, tailored legal advice and maintain exceptional client care.
• Draft applications, statements, schedules, bundles, and other court documents.

Skills

Strong advocacy experience

Excellent drafting skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Client-care skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

1–5 years PQE in Family Law

Job description

Family Law Solicitor | Manchester City Centre | Full-time, 40 hours per week, 8 : 30 am–5 : 30 pm with flexible working options | £36,000 – £50,000 DOE + performance bonuses

Our client is a growing Manchester City Centre law firm specialising in Family Law, committed to providing personalised, high‑quality legal services with a focus on integrity, professionalism and exceptional client care.

They offer a supportive, collaborative environment, clear opportunities for career progression, and the chance to work in the heart of Manchester, close to excellent restaurants, bars, shops and cultural attractions.

What’s in it for you?

• Lead a small team of 3 Family Law paralegals within a growing, ambitious practice
• Competitive salary plus quarterly performance bonuses and annual salary review
• Clear career progression and CPD support
• Exposure to a wide range of family law matters, including financial and child cases
• Manchester City Centre office with limited WFH after probation (typically 1 day / week)
• Supportive team culture, pension scheme, paid annual leave, and on‑site parking

Are you the right person for the job?

You’ll be a qualified Solicitor with 1–5 years PQE in Family Law, ideally with :

• Strong advocacy experience and exposure to financial cases
• Confidence in managing your own caseload and leading a small team
• Excellent drafting, analytical, organisational, and client‑care skills
• Target‑driven, professional, empathetic, and committed to high standards

What will your role look like?

• Lead and manage a team of 3 solicitors while handling a varied private family law caseload
• Represent clients at hearings and prepare instructions for counsel
• Provide clear, tailored legal advice and maintain exceptional client care
• Draft applications, statements, schedules, bundles, and other court documents
• Ensure compliance with all procedures, deadlines, and court timetables
• Achieve billing and productivity targets while contributing to the department’s financial performance

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