Family Solicitor

SaccoMann; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private practice law firm in Newcastle is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor with 4+ years PQE. The position offers a chance to manage a varied caseload of family law matters for high-net-worth clients, providing quality legal service with significant autonomy. The role includes competitive salary, bonus, flexible working, and opportunities for career development, backed by a supportive team. Candidates should have strong communication, advocacy, and detail-oriented skills.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Bonus scheme

28 days holiday

Pension

Agile working

Career development

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in family law with experience in handling high-net-worth clients.
• Proven ability to manage complex financial and children's issues.
• Confident in drafting court documents and representing clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of private family law matters for clients.
• Advise on complex financial and children's issues.
• Draft court documents and represent clients in advocacy.

Skills

Experience in family law

Strong communication skills

Advocacy skills

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor (PQE 4+)

Job description

Newcastle | 3-6 years PQE | Bonus and Hybrid Working | A Family Solicitor is required to join one of the strongest and leading Family departments in the North East region. This opportunity to join this Newcastle city centre private practice firm can offer progression, high net worth clients, and a full mix of Family matters for you to manage, with the support of an excellent team.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading private family law team acting for an impressive, high-net-worth client base. The role offers exposure to sophisticated and often complex matters, with a strong focus on quality, strategy and client service.

What’s in it for You?

• Premium Work: High-quality, privately funded instructions for high-net-worth individuals
• Competitive Package: Attractive salary, bonus scheme, 28 days holiday, pension, agile working
• Career Development: Clear progression opportunities within a consistently ranked team
• Autonomy & Support: Responsibility for your own files with the backing of experienced colleagues
• Variety: A broad mix of financial and children work, including specialist and niche matters

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of private family law matters for high-net-worth clients
• Advising on complex financial and children’s issues
• Drafting court documents and applications
• Advocacy and client representation
• Building long-term client relationships and contributing to business development

About You

You’ll be an experienced Family Solicitor ideally 4+ PQE comfortable running your own private caseload and advising high-net-worth clients. You’ll be organised, detail-focused and confident dealing with sensitive matters, with strong communication, drafting and advocacy skills. Experience of complex cases is advantageous. Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this role or have any questions, please contact Helen Mauborgne at Sacco Mann on 0113 467 9786 or ask to speak to another member of the team. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.