Family Lawyer

Infinity Recruitment Consultancy Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join a client's team in Ely. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of family law matters, providing high-quality legal advice, and supporting clients through sensitive issues. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of family law experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with legal case management systems. The position offers hybrid working options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working options

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in family law.
• Strong knowledge of current family law legislation.
• Desirable experience in advocacy and court representation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of family law matters.
• Provide legal advice tailored to each client's circumstances.
• Draft legal documentation and conduct negotiations.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Client-focused approach

Knowledge of family law

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEX)

Tools

Legal case management systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Family Lawyer to join our well-established client's legal team based in Ely, working 8.45am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive, client-focused environment, offering hybrid flexibility and a diverse caseload. You will be responsible for handling a range of family law matters, delivering high-quality legal advice and representation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of family law matters including divorce, financial remedy, private children matters, domestic abuse, and cohabitation disputes
• Represent clients in court where necessary, and liaise with barristers and other professionals
• Provide clear, empathetic, and practical legal advice tailored to each client s circumstances
• Draft legal documentation including consent orders, parenting plans, and financial agreements
• Conduct negotiations and manage client expectations professionally and effectively
• Maintain accurate and timely file management using case management systems
• Engage in business development and marketing initiatives to promote the firm s family law services

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEX) with at least 2 years post-qualification experience in family law
• Strong knowledge of current family law legislation and procedure
• Experience in advocacy and court representation is desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A client-focused and empathetic approach to sensitive family issues
• Proficiency in using legal case management systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working options
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme

Send your CV now for consideration.