Family Solicitor

Henderson Scott Limited; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Package

Job summary

Henderson Scott Limited is seeking a Family Solicitor with 2+ PQE to join its established team in Aylesbury. The role involves managing a varied family law caseload, including divorce, financial remedy matters and private children work, with a focus on client care and commercial acumen.

The successful candidate will work in a supportive, collaborative environment and benefit from four days per week in the office under a hybrid arrangement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' PQE within Family Law.
• Experience managing your own caseload of family matters.
• Strong knowledge across divorce and children work.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of family law matters including divorce, financial remedy and private children matters.
• Providing pragmatic, commercially aware and client-focused legal advice.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver an exceptional client experience.
• Supporting business development and networking initiatives.
• Contributing to the continued success and growth of the Family department.

Skills

Communication skills

Client care

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

Business development

Job description

Role: Family Solicitor (2+ PQE)
Location: Aylesbury
Salary: £45,000+ depending on experience plus Benefits Package

The Opportunity

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an ambitious Family Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE to join its successful Family team based in Aylesbury. This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Lawyer looking to work on high-quality matters within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of family law matters while working closely with experienced colleagues and building long-term client relationships. Working alongside respected specialists, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, contribute to business development initiatives and play a key role in the continued growth and success of the department. The role offers hybrid working with four days per week in the office.

The Firm

Our client is a respected regional law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to individuals and families across Buckinghamshire and the surrounding areas. The firm is recognised for its client-focused approach, technical expertise and supportive culture. The Family team advises clients on a broad range of matters including divorce, financial remedy proceedings, children disputes, cohabitation issues and separation matters. The department has developed an excellent reputation for providing practical, pragmatic advice and exceptional levels of client service. The firm is committed to supporting professional development and offers genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a collaborative and friendly working environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Managing a varied caseload of family law matters including divorce, financial remedy and private children matters.


• Providing pragmatic, commercially aware and client-focused legal advice.


• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.


• Working closely with colleagues to deliver an exceptional client experience.


• Supporting business development and networking initiatives.


• Contributing to the continued success and growth of the Family department.

You will likely have:

• A minimum of 2 years' PQE within Family Law.


• Experience managing your own caseload of family matters.


• Strong technical knowledge across divorce and children work.


• Excellent client care and relationship management skills.


• Strong communication and organisational abilities.


• A proactive and collaborative approach to your work.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded Family practice offering high-quality work, hybrid working, excellent career progression opportunities and a supportive working environment. The successful candidate will be able to further develop their expertise, build valuable client relationships and contribute to the continued success of a growing Family team.