Family Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Berkshire is seeking a Family Law Solicitor with 2+ PQE to manage a diverse caseload. The role offers a competitive salary up to £60,000 and an excellent benefits package, including hybrid work options and support for professional development. Qualified candidates must demonstrate strong communication and advocacy skills, along with a client-oriented approach.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

Annual appraisals with salary reviews

Discretionary bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Financial support for professional development

Convenient parking facilities

Qualifications

• Experience managing a Private Family Law caseload.
• Ability to represent clients in court.
• Proactive and empathetic approach to client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent caseload effectively.
• Contribute to the success of the team.
• Ensure compliance and risk management.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Client service orientation

Attention to detail

Confidence in court advocacy

Education

Qualified Solicitor, minimum 2+ PQE

Job description

FAMILY LAW SOLICITOR, 2+ PQE, BERKSHIRE, SALARY UP TO £50-60,000 (DOE) + EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE. An outstanding opportunity to advance your career by joining an established firm that values your expertise, offering strong support for professional development and a healthy work-life balance.

The successful candidate will join an expanding Family department, managing a diverse Private Family Law caseload. This will include matters relating to divorce, separation and nuptial agreements, financial disputes, children matters, care proceedings, and domestic abuse.

The firm are seeking qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE, with strong technical experience across a broad range of Private Family Law matters.

• You will manage your own independent caseload, representing clients at hearings and in court while maintaining high professional standards and ensuring effective risk management and compliance.
• You will help strengthen the firm’s strong local reputation and actively contribute to the success of the team.
• You must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, delivering excellent client service with a proactive and empathetic approach, along with meticulous attention to detail.
• Additionally, you should also be confident in conducting advocacy and appearing in court.
• You will be supported in developing your career, with access to secretarial and paralegal support, reporting directly to the Head of Department.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including hybrid working options, annual appraisals with salary reviews, a discretionary bonus scheme, an attractive company pension scheme, financial support for professional development opportunities, and convenient parking facilities within walking distance.

eNL is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value diversity and inclusion and want to attract people at all levels, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law.