Family Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bedfordshire is seeking a Family Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload of family law matters. The role offers genuine career progression and a supportive culture that promotes work/life balance. The successful candidate will be newly qualified to 4 years PQE with strong knowledge of private family law. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working options and health insurance, are offered.

Benefits

Bonus scheme to reward performance

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Day off for your birthday

Flexible working options

Pension scheme

Life insurance and income protection

Vitality Health Insurance

Medicash Health Cash Plan

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of private family law, including divorce, financial settlements, and children matters.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive, professional, and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of family law matters, focusing on financial remedy and private children cases.
• Delivering excellent client service with empathy and professionalism.
• Assisting colleagues with caseloads during maternity cover.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Empathy

Professionalism

Education

Newly Qualified to 4 Years PQE in Family Law

Job description

Location:Bedford

Job Title:Family Solicitor

The Role:

This role offers genuine variety and career progression, with responsibilities including:

• Managing a caseload of family law matters, with a strong emphasis on financial remedy cases and private children matters
• Delivering excellent client service with empathy and professionalism
• Assisting colleagues with caseloads, including during periods of maternity cover
• Supporting the adoption of new legal technologies to drive efficiency and streamline workflows
• Representing the firm at networking events and building professional relationships

About You:

• Newly Qualified to 4 Years PQE in Family Law (Solicitor or Legal Executive)
• Strong knowledge of private family law, including divorce, financial settlements and children matters
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
• Confident working independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, professional and calm under pressure
• Committed to continuous personal development and client excellence

Why Apply?

A supportive and flexible working culture, where work/life balance isn’t just talked about – it’s actively encouraged. Alongside a competitive salary, the benefits package includes:

• Bonus scheme to reward performance
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays, with the option to use as you wish
• Day off for your birthday - plus a celebratory voucher
• Flexible working options tailored around your lifestyle
• Pension scheme, life insurance and income protection
• Vitality Health Insurance - with perks including free cinema tickets, gym discounts and more
• Medicash Health Cash Plan - covering a range of everyday healthcare expenses
• Wellbeing support, including 24/7 helpline and access to premium wellness apps

If you're a Family Solicitor keen to join a highly regarded firm in Bedfordshire, please apply now to be considered or contact Tom Miles at G2 Legal confidential conversation.

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