Family Solicitor

TSR-Legal; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking a Family Solicitor in Exeter to manage a private caseload and support the department’s growth. Offering a salary up to £60,000 and opportunities for hybrid work, this role emphasizes client care and professional development within a respected practice.

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000

Discretionary bonus scheme

Hybrid working arrangement

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a full range of private family law matters.
• Confidence in court representation.
• Proactive approach to development and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad caseload of private family law matters.
• Represent clients in court and liaise with counsel.
• Draft legal documents and provide tailored advice.

Skills

Client Care

Negotiation

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Family Solicitor with 2+ years PQE

Job description

Family Solicitor
Location: Exeter
Salary: Up to £60,000 (DOE)
Working Arrangement: Hybrid (initial on-site expectation)

About the Firm

With a team of specialist family lawyers across the UK, this firm is widely respected for its work across all areas of family law – including divorce, financial disputes, children matters, and domestic abuse. Known for its client-focused approach and practical legal support, the firm stands out for its strong emphasis on court-led resolutions where appropriate.

Clients benefit from the combined experience of a highly collaborative team that works closely with local mediators and other trusted professionals, ensuring robust and well-rounded legal support. The firm holds panel memberships across several professional bodies and is known for exceptional staff retention – a reflection of its reasonable targets, personalised development plans, and strong internal support.

About the Role

A new opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE to join this highly regarded and supportive team. The successful candidate will take on a varied private family caseload and play a key role in the department’s continued growth.

The firm offers a discretionary bonus scheme and a clear path for professional development, including panel applications and progression support. With a hybrid working structure and reasonable billing expectations, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a long-standing, stable practice.

The role will involve:

• Managing a broad caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, children arrangements and domestic abuse.
• Representing clients in court and liaising with counsel as required.
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Offering clear, compassionate legal advice tailored to each client’s circumstances.
• Building relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be a qualified Family Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE.
• Have experience in a full range of private family law matters.
• Be confident in court representation and negotiations.
• Show excellent client care and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to development and business growth.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility.
• Realistic targets and a supportive working culture.
• Ongoing development, including support for panel memberships.
• A long-term career within a specialist family practice with outstanding market reputation.

For a confidential discussion on this role, please contact James at TSR Legal directly on 02920 388100 or [e-mail] in complete confidence.