Family Lawyer – Full Time or Part time – Bournemouth

QED Legal LLP; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Legal 500 firm is seeking a Family Solicitor to join their Dorset offices. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years' PQE with strong advocacy and case management skills, and the ability to manage a caseload independently. Competitive salary with perks including remote working options, professional development, and other benefits associated with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus BH

Discretionary bonuses

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Participation in social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years’ PQE in Family Law, particularly in financial and matrimonial matters.
• Experience attending court hearings and managing own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases, particularly financial and matrimonial.
• Attend court hearings and represent clients effectively.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Proficiency with case management systems

Education

Solicitor qualification or FCILEx

Job description

Family Solicitor – Dorset

I’m looking to speak with Family Solicitors interested in joining a well-established Legal 500 firm with a long-standing presence in Dorset and Somerset.

Ideally, you’ll be a Solicitor or FCILEx, and the role will be based in Poole, though you could be based in one of their other offices, including Blandford. Occasional travel to other locations may be needed, so the ability to drive is favoured. While full-time is preferred, part-time applicants will be considered. Remote working is available after a probation period, but regular in-office attendance is required (2/3 days a week), so candidates should be within an hour’s commute of one of the offices.

The firm is committed to professional development, offering tailored training opportunities and encouraging career progression at every stage. With its strong community presence and active engagement with local businesses and initiatives, it is an excellent choice for those who value building meaningful connections while delivering exceptional client service.

The firm offers great opportunities for career progression, along with an attractive and negotiable package based on competency and experience. With a 35-hour working week (9-5 and flexibility around these times) including a 1-hour lunch break. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave plus BH and half-day off on your birthday. Additional perks include a pension scheme, discretionary bonuses, life assurance, a health cash plan, the option for remote working, and participation in social events.

This position would suit someone with a strong working knowledge of Family Law, particularly in financial and matrimonial matters. Ideally, you’ll have around 2-5 years’ PQE, but applications from NQ solicitors with relevant experience and the confidence to manage your own caseload are welcome. Strong advocacy skills, experience attending court hearings, and proficiency with case management systems are essential.

Salary for this role is negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications.

To apply for this position, please send an updated CV to [e-mail]. For a confidential chat regarding this position, or an overview of the Southwest legal market, reach out to 07300 236070.