Family Solicitor

Reed; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected private law firm in England is looking for an ambitious Family Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with 2–5 years PQE to manage a diverse caseload in Family Law. You will be responsible for divorce, financial remediation, and child custody cases while contributing to business development. The firm offers a flexible hybrid working environment, generous benefits like private medical insurance, and a culture that promotes innovation. If you are passionate about family law and seek career progression, apply now for a confidential discussion.

Benefits

25 days holiday + birthday leave

Private medical insurance

Life assurance (5x salary)

Pension scheme

Flexible hybrid working

Wellbeing initiatives and charity days

Cycle-to-work scheme

Bring your dog to work

Social events

Qualifications

• Strong track record of handling complex family law matters.
• Experience with high-net-worth clients and/or complex cases.
• Mediation or collaborative training is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of private family law matters.
• Manage divorce and separation cases.
• Handle financial remedy proceedings and child custody disputes.

Skills

Handling complex family law matters

Excellent client care

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with 2–5 years PQE in family law

Job description

Are you an ambitious Family Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with 2–5 years’ PQE looking for your next career move? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded private practice law firm with a strong reputation in Family Law.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload of private family law matters, including :

• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedy proceedings
• Child arrangements and custody disputes
• Pre-nuptial, post-nuptial, and cohabitation agreements

You’ll inherit an existing caseload and play an active role in business development, helping to grow the department further.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with 2–5 years PQE in family law
• Strong track record of handling complex family law matters
• Membership of Resolution preferred
• Experience with high-net-worth clients and / or complex cases
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and supervise junior team members
• Commercial awareness and enthusiasm for non-court dispute resolution (NCDR)
• Mediation or collaborative training is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + birthday leave
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance (5x salary)
• Pension scheme
• Flexible hybrid working
• Wellbeing initiatives and charity days
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Bring your dog to work
• Social events and more

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, supportive team that values innovation and offers genuine career progression.

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about family law and want to work for a firm that truly values its people, apply now for a confidential discussion.