Family Lawyer

Law Staff Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm in Leeds is seeking a Supervising Solicitor for Family Law. This role involves leading a growing team, handling complex family law matters, and ensuring exceptional client service. The firm offers competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and a commitment to professional development. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years PQE and strong leadership abilities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Performance-based profit sharing bonuses

Health Care coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to working towards panel accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing a growing team in Family Law.
• Supervise and develop team members.
• Represent clients in court as necessary.

Skills

Family and Childcare law expertise

Leadership capabilities

Competent advocacy skills

Networking abilities

Team supervision

Education

PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Overview

Head of Team / Family Supervising Solicitor or Legal Executive - Hybrid working opportunities - The firm offer a generous holiday allowance increasing with service, a competitive salary and bonus structure plus lots more.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supervising Solicitor to join and assist with developing our client's expanding team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Family Law Practitioner to take on a leadership role in an award winning growing practice.

Required Experience for the Family Lawyer role

You will have demonstrable expertise in the following areas of Family and Childcare law:

• Care Proceedings and PLO matters
• Divorce and finances
• Private Law Children
• Domestic Abuse, Non-Molestation / Occupation Orders
• General family matters, unmarried couples, and cohabitation disputes

Key Requirements for the Family Lawyer role

• Minimum 3 years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to supervise and develop a growing team
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Competent advocacy skills with willingness to represent clients in court
• Existing client following preferred
• Commitment to working towards panel accreditation
• Proven networking abilities and business development skills

Essential Qualities

• Ability to hit the ground running
• Comprehensive understanding of legal aid
• Track record in generating and managing private paying work

What We Offer - Work Environment

• Modern, paperless office with significant IT investment
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive team structure with case cover
• Dedicated administrative support
• In-house telephony team for call management
• Independent billing and credit control team

Benefits Package

• Competitive base salary of up to £57K
• Performance-based profit sharing bonuses
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Christmas and New Year closure
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Health Care coverage
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Comprehensive training and development program
• Regular mentoring and supervision
• Annual appraisals and salary reviews

Professional Development

• Ongoing training opportunities
• Supportive supervision from experienced mentors
• Clear career progression pathway
• Competitive training packages

Our client is a prestigious Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners recognised Law Firm with multiple offices and service areas. Their commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our investment in both our people and technology. We provide our lawyers with comprehensive support, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional legal services to their clients.

For more information on this Family Lawyer role and other vacancies please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Ref 36998.

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