Family Law Solicitor NQ

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Belfast is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor specializing in Family Law. This role offers a supportive environment with excellent mentoring opportunities and a focus on professional growth. You'll manage a varied caseload, attend court, and work closely with experienced solicitors in a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Regular staff social events

Excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified Solicitor (qualified in NI or qualifying soon).
• Interest in Family Law with relevant experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of family and matrimonial matters.
• Represent clients at court hearings.
• Draft legal documents and liaise with clients.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland

Job description

Newly Qualified Solicitor - Family Law
Location: Belfast
Salary: Highly Competitive for NQ Solicitors, DOE

Join One of Belfast's Leading Firms with an Outstanding Culture

We are proud to be working with one of Belfast's most respected and well-established law firms, renowned for its excellence in Family Law. This firm is known not only for its stellar reputation but also for fostering a supportive and inclusive culture where people truly enjoy coming to work. It offers an exceptional opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor to launch a successful and rewarding legal career.

If you're passionate about Family Law and want to work alongside some of the best solicitors in the field, this is the perfect opportunity. The firm is committed to developing the next generation of legal talent, providing a supportive environment where your professional growth is a priority.

The Opportunity:

This is a fantastic role for a Newly Qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest in Family Law. You'll be working alongside highly experienced and well-regarded solicitors who will provide guidance and mentorship from day one. You'll gain real responsibility quickly, with a varied caseload that includes court attendance and managing your own family and matrimonial matters. The firm's open-door culture ensures you will always have the support you need to excel, whether it's for complex cases or day-to-day client work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage your own caseload of family and matrimonial matters, including divorce, contact/residence issues, domestic violence, and financial arrangements

• Represent clients at court hearings and hearings

• Draft legal documents and correspondence in a precise and professional manner

• Liaise effectively with clients, counsel, and other professionals

• Support senior solicitors on more complex or high-value cases

• Contribute to maintaining the firm's high standards of client service

What We're Looking For:

• A Newly Qualified Solicitor (qualified in NI or qualifying soon)

• A genuine interest in Family Law, with some relevant experience being an advantage

• Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach

• Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload with attention to detail and professionalism

• A proactive and committed individual who is keen to build a long-term career in Northern Ireland

What's On Offer:

• Highly competitive salary for NQ Solicitors, based on experience

• Private medical insurance

• Regular staff social events and a strong focus on wellbeing initiatives

• Excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities, with a clear pathway for career growth

• A collaborative and supportive team environment at one of Northern Ireland's leading Family Law firms

If you're looking to develop your legal career in an environment that values professional growth, a strong team culture, and work-life balance, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You'll join a firm that is committed to supporting your development and helping you thrive as you build a career in Family Law.

For further information on this job, or any other Legal job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential chat today.

VANRATH acts as an agency and employment business for permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers.