Family Lawyer

KCJ Care & Wellbeing Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm in Wiltshire seeks a Family Lawyer to handle high-value, complex family law cases. The successful candidate will join an ambitious team, focusing on innovative solutions while enjoying a flexible working environment. Salary ranges from £42,000 for newly qualified to over £80,000 for senior levels, along with generous benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus performance bonus

Generous annual leave and holiday scheme

Pension scheme with employer matching

Health & wellbeing benefits

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience across the full spectrum of family law.
• Ability to manage high-value, complex cases.
• Ambitious and excited to contribute to a growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Handle financial remedies involving multi-jurisdictional assets.
• Manage cases similar to those exceeding £10 million in assets.
• Drive innovation in business development.

Skills

Handling complex, high-value matters

Building strong client relationships

Negotiation skills

Collaboration

Sensitivity and commercial awareness

Job description

Family Lawyer

Skills

• Is confident handling complex, high-value matters with sensitivity and commercial awareness.
• Enjoys building strong client relationships and has a natural ability to negotiate and manage expectations.
• Is ambitious, collaborative and excited by the prospect of contributing to an expanding, forward-thinking firm.
• Thrives in a flexible working environment and values being part of a team.

Experience

Experience across the full spectrum of family law (divorce, financial remedies, children matters, injunctions, nuptial agreements).

Description

Working for our Client, a very well established and recognised law firm, being based in Wiltshire doesn’t mean compromising on the quality of work. As part of their Chambers recognised firm, you’ll handle high-value, complex cases including:

• Financial remedies involving multi-jurisdictional assets
• International relocation
• Off-shore trusts and structures
• Matters regularly exceeding £10 million in assets

You’ll join a growing and ambitious team where your ideas will be welcomed at a firm that is proud to do things differently.

Part of the success of our client is due to their commitment to 5-year strategic action plans, including our upcoming technology review as we embrace AI and automation.

They take an innovative approach to business development and believe in empowering lawyers to shape the future of the firm.

You will be working for a leading regional law firm, recognised in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, who pride themselves on:

• Delivering big-city quality from our base in Wiltshire.
• Building lasting client relationships with individuals, families, and businesses.
• Driving innovation in how we work and grow.
• Living our values: Trust, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability & Engagement.

Job Benefits

Being committed to ensuring your career and personal life thrive side by side. You’ll benefit from:

• A competitive salary plus a firm-wide performance bonus.
• Newly Qualified: from £42,000
• 5–10 years’ PQE: £50,000 – £75,000
• 10+ years’ PQE / Senior level: £80,000+
• Flexible working: 2–3 days in the office, with scope to tailor the role around your family life.
• Generous annual leave plus additional time off at Christmas and a buy/sell holiday scheme.
• Pension scheme with employer matching.
• Health & wellbeing benefits including private medical insurance (for Associate+), healthcare cash plan, online GP service, counselling and discounted gym membership.
• Ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and full support for training and memberships.