Family Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm near Sheffield is seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to manage a varied caseload including divorce, financial settlements, and children's law. Offering competitive salary, enhanced pension, and a supportive work culture with strong focus on work-life balance. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years' PQE or relevant experience as a newly qualified solicitor.

Benefits

Competitive salary

21 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Death in service cover

Supportive culture with regular social events

Paid annual Christmas party

Excellent work-life balance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ PQE, although applications from newly qualified solicitors with relevant family law experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Handle varied caseload of family law matters, including divorce and separation.
• Manage financial settlements and Private Children Act work.

Skills

Experience in divorce and financial remedy work

Strong technical knowledge of family law procedures

Excellent communication and client care skills

Ability to manage a caseload independently

Proactive and professional approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor (NQ-5 years PQE)

Job description

Family Law Solicitor

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Law Solicitor to join a well‑established and supportive legal team based near Sheffield

We are seeking an experienced solicitor with 2-5 years’ PQE, although applications from newly qualified solicitors (NQ) with relevant family law experience will also be considered.

The Role

You will handle your own varied caseload of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial settlements
• Private Children Act work

This role offers the chance to work in a friendly and collaborative environment, where quality of service, professionalism, and work‑life balance are genuinely valued.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ‑5 years PQE)
• Experience in divorce and financial remedy work (essential)
• Strong technical knowledge of family law procedures
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and efficiently
• A proactive and professional approach

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• 21 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional 2 days at Christmas
• Enhanced pension scheme (employer 4% / employee 5%)
• Death in service cover (3x salary)
• A supportive culture with regular staff social events – including themed gatherings, seasonal celebrations, and family‑inclusive activities
• Paid annual Christmas party and festive staff events
• Excellent work‑life balance
• Office hours: 9:00am – 5:15pm (Monday‑Thursday, 1‑hour lunch) and 9:00am – 5:00pm (Friday)

If you’re a dedicated and compassionate Family Law Solicitor looking for a new challenge in a welcoming and people‑focused firm, we’d love to hear from you.