Family Law Solicitor (3+ PQE)

IPS Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal practice in Manchester is seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to manage a varied caseload. You will provide high-quality legal advice on matters such as divorce and Children Act cases. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience, strong drafting skills, and is client-focused. This role offers competitive salary, ongoing training, and opportunities for progression within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly performance bonuses

Annual salary review

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Paid annual leave

1 day WFH after probation

Ongoing training and CPD support

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in Family Law.
• Experience managing a busy caseload.
• Experience in both children and financial matters is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload in family law.
• Draft applications and court documents.
• Maintain communication with clients.
• Attend hearings and advocate when appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client-focused

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job Description

The Role

You will manage a busy private family law caseload, providing high-quality legal advice and excellent client care across a range of matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload, including divorce, financial remedy, Children Act matters, non-molestation / occupation orders, and cohabitation (TOLATA) disputes
• Draft applications, statements, bundles and other court documents
• Maintain regular, professional communication with clients
• Attend hearings and undertake advocacy where appropriate
• Ensure files are well organised and compliant with internal processes
• Record time accurately and meet agreed billing and productivity targets
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support junior staff when required

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years’ Family Law experience
• Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Confident in managing a busy caseload
• Highly organised, attentive to detail and client-focused
• Calm, professional and empathetic under pressure

Desirable

• Experience in both children and financial matters
• Advocacy experience

What We Offer

• Clear pathways for progression
• Ongoing training and CPD support
• Competitive salary + quarterly performance bonuses
• Annual salary review
• Manchester City Centre office with 1 day WFH after probation
• Supportive team culture
• Pension scheme, paid annual leave
• On-site parking

Apply Now

If you are an experienced and motivated Family Law Solicitor looking to develop your career within a dynamic practice, we would be pleased to hear from you.