Family Solicitor

QED Legal; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed national firm in Nottingham seeks a Family Solicitor from NQ to Senior Associate level. The role involves managing a diverse caseload in family law, engaging directly with clients, and working collaboratively to enhance team expertise and client service. With a strong emphasis on professional development, this opportunity promises to be rewarding in both career growth and client interaction.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance at 3x salary

Legal and General pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff discounts on legal services

Qualifications

• Relevant family law experience required.
• Ability to manage finance cases and children matters.
• Willingness to support and guide junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload including financial remedy cases.
• Advising on children law matters and cohabitation disputes.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents and conducting legal research.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX (MCILEX/FCILEX)

Job description

Family Solicitor - NQ to Senior Associate- Legal 200 National Firm
Nottingham
£35,000 to £70,000

The Firm

My client is a well-established and highly respected national law firm with offices across key UK cities, including a thriving base in Nottingham. With a longstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal services, they are known for their open and friendly culture, investment in staff wellbeing, and commitment to ongoing professional development. Their Family Law team is award-winning, offering a high standard of service to a broad and diverse client base.

Consistently rated highly in client reviews and industry directories, this firm is recognised for its people-first approach and dedication to both client care and staff satisfaction. Are you looking for a supportive team that values your professional growth and encourages work-life balance?


The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Family Solicitor (from NQ to Associate level) to join a busy and successful Family Law team. You’ll work with a supportive group of professionals, gaining exposure to a wide range of interesting and rewarding family law matters.

• Handling a varied caseload including financial remedy cases (mid to high-net-worth)
  
  
• Advising on children law matters, cohabitation disputes, pre- and post-nuptial agreements
  
  
• Drafting, reviewing, and analysing a broad range of legal documents
  
  
• Conducting legal research and providing clear, practical advice to clients
  
  
• Working closely with senior team members on complex matters
  
  
• Supporting junior colleagues and contributing to team development
  
  
• Engaging in business development and networking activities to grow client relationships
  
  
• Managing client communication with empathy, professionalism, and discretion
  
  

You

This role would suit someone who is confident, empathetic, and passionate about family law. Do you want to work somewhere you can truly make a difference in people’s lives while building a long-term career?

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX (MCILEX/FCILEX) with relevant family law experience
  
  
• Comfortable handling finance cases, children cases, and cohabitation matters
  
  
• A strong communicator who can build trust with clients and colleagues alike
  
  
• Able to manage and prioritise a busy workload in a supportive environment
  
  
• Strong attention to detail and excellent drafting skills
  
  
• Willingness to support and guide junior colleagues
  
  
• Committed to ongoing professional development
  
  

Benefits
The firm offers an impressive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and work/life balance.

• Competitive salary based on experience
  
  
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
  
  
• An extra day off for your birthday
  
  
• Life assurance at 3x salary
  
  
• Legal and General pension scheme
  
  
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  
  
• Cycle to Work Scheme, salary sacrifice options, and ability to buy additional leave
  
  
• Staff discounts on legal services
  
  
• 35-hour working week with structured flexibility
  
  
• Regular wellbeing events and internal training opportunities
  
  

If you are a Family Solicitor looking for a change at a well-established national firm in Nottingham with an excellent reputation, then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal Recruitment today