Family Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier law firm in Manchester is seeking a motivated solicitor to join their high-performing family law team. This role offers a competitive salary, fast-track progression, and a collaborative environment where every solicitor's input is valued. Ideal for those eager to work on high-profile matrimonial cases and develop their career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Top-of-market salary

Job security with a well-established firm

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience handling privately funded matrimonial finance cases essential.
• Strong work ethic and drive for high-value, complex cases required.
• Experience in business development and networking desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-quality privately funded matrimonial finance cases.
• Get involved in business development to gain more cases.
• Build a strong reputation within the firm.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Ambition

Work ethic

Networking

Client relationship building

Job description

Work on high-quality, privately funded matrimonial finance cases alongside an experienced, supportive team.

Be generously rewarded with a top-of-market salary and a clear, fast-track progression pathway.

Join a firm where everyone has a voice—no hierarchy, just a collaborative and respectful team environment.

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing family law team in Manchester, working on some of the best privately funded matrimonial finance cases in the market.

You'll be joining a fast-growing team led by a highly experienced partner who has built a thriving department. The firm prides itself on its collaborative, non-hierarchical culture—every solicitor, regardless of level, has a seat at the table when it comes to shaping the team’s direction.

Over the first 6-12 months, you’ll settle into the team, handle high-quality work, and begin to get involved in business development to bring in more cases. As you progress, you'll have the opportunity to build a strong reputation, be paid well for your efforts, and move quickly up the career ladder. If you're ambitious, motivated, and eager to learn from some of the best in the field, this is the perfect next step.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a solicitor with:

• Essential: Experience handling privately funded matrimonial finance cases.
• Essential: A strong work ethic and the drive to work on high-value, complex cases.
• Essential: Commercial awareness and a strategic approach to case management.
• Desirable: Experience in business development, networking, and building client relationships.
• Essential: A friendly, motivated, and ambitious personality that aligns with the firm’s culture.

Salary & Benefits

• Earn a top-of-market salary
• Job security at a well-established firm with over 700 employees and a strong financial position.
• A collaborative, team-driven environment where every solicitor has a voice.
• Career progression opportunities—those who are motivated and perform well can progress quickly.
• Flexibility: Office-based (Manchester, with occasional travel to Wilmslow).

Contact

Paula Pawlowska

If you're ready to take the next step in your family law career and work with an outstanding team, get in touch with Paula Pawlowska at Realm Recruit. Email [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.