Family Solicitor

Chloe Jermyn; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Chloe Jermyn is recruiting a Family Solicitor in London on a hybrid basis. The successful candidate will work alongside a Head of Family in a Legal 500-ranked team, handling a broad range of complex, high-value private family matters with significant client exposure.

The role offers mentoring, ownership of a personal caseload and opportunities for career progression within a leading practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years' PQE.
• Strong background in private family law.
• Experience handling complex financial remedy and private children matters.
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach to business development.
• Keen to work closely with an experienced Head of Family while building your own practice and making a genuine impact.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex divorce and high-value financial remedy matters.
• Handle private children matters, including arrangements and international issues.
• Manage cohabitation disputes and marital agreements as part of cross-border family matters.
• Provide strategic client mentorship and contribute to the department's growth.

Skills

Private family law

Client relationship management

Business development

Commercial mindset

Education

Qualified Solicitor England & Wales

Job description

Family Solicitor – 3+ PQE

London – Hybrid Working

Work Alongside the Head of Family - Legal 500 Ranked Team

Salary: £65,000 – £95,000 DOE

Are you a Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with a highly regarded Legal 500-ranked team while working directly alongside an experienced Head of Family?

We are working with a well-established London firm that is continuing to invest in the growth of its Family department and is seeking an ambitious Family Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key member of a close-knit team, working closely with the Head of Family on a broad range of complex, high-value matters while playing an integral role in the department's continued success.

The team has an outstanding reputation for advising high-net-worth and high-profile individuals on sophisticated private family matters. Recognised for the quality of its work and supportive culture, this role offers exceptional mentoring, genuine responsibility and the opportunity to develop your profile within a thriving practice.

You will advise on a broad range of matters, including:

• Complex divorce and separation proceedings
• High-value financial remedy disputes involving business assets, trusts and pensions
• Private children matters, including child arrangements, relocation and international issues
• Cohabitation disputes
• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• Domestic and cross-border family law matters

Working alongside the Head of Family, you will enjoy significant client exposure, involvement in strategic and high-profile cases, and the opportunity to take ownership of your own caseload while benefiting from close collaboration and mentorship. This is an ideal role for someone looking to accelerate your career within a respected Legal 500 practice.

Why Apply?

• Work directly alongside the Head of Family on complex, high-quality matters
• Join a Legal 500-ranked team with an outstanding reputation in the London market
• High-quality private family caseload with a strong pipeline of work
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and long-term development
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility and work-life balance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative culture with excellent partner access

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years' PQE
• Strong background in private family law
• Experience handling complex financial remedy and private children matters
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills
• Commercially minded with a proactive approach to business development
• Keen to work closely with an experienced Head of Family while building your own practice and making a genuine impact

If you're looking for a role that combines high-quality work, direct partner mentorship, excellent career progression and the opportunity to work alongside the Head of Family within a leading Legal 500 team, we'd be delighted to hear from you.