Family Solicitor

Reed; Stirling; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Free car parking

23 days annual leave plus bank hols

Workplace pension

Employee discounts

Flu jabs

Job summary

Reed in Stirling is seeking a Senior Associate Family Solicitor with a robust private family law background to lead and develop the department from Stirling. You will build a team and manage a broad caseload across matrimonial, divorce, and child custody matters, while attending local courts and occasionally traveling to additional hearings as needed.

You will shape the department’s growth, mentor junior solicitors, and drive high standards of client service in a dynamic Stirling practice, with

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in private family law.
• Proven ability to lead a department and drive its growth with strategic vision.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills, capable of building and managing a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to represent the firm professionally in court.
• Driving capability preferred for travel to court locations as needed.
• Open to both full-time and part-time applicants; some hybrid working arrangements are available, though a primary in-office presence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop the family law department, identifying new opportunities and expanding the client base.
• Build and manage a team focused on delivering exceptional private family law services.
• Handle a comprehensive range of family law cases, including matrimonial, divorce, and child custody issues.
• Attend local court sessions and potentially drive to further out court appearances, depending on case needs.
• Tailor the workload to fit personal strengths and preferences, ensuring a balanced and effective approach.

Skills

Private family law

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Court representation

Travel to court

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Job description

Family Solicitor - Senior Associate

• Location: Stirling
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time/Part-time
• Salary: Attractive remuneration package

Our client, a well-established firm set in the historic heart of Stirling, is seeking a Senior Associate Family Solicitor with a robust background in private family law. This pivotal role offers the unique opportunity to lead and develop the family law department, tapping into significant market potential and building both the client base and a dedicated team.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Develop the family law department, identifying new opportunities and expanding the client base.
• Build and manage a team focused on delivering exceptional private family law services.
• Handle a comprehensive range of family law cases, including matrimonial, divorce, and child custody issues.
• Attend local court sessions and potentially drive to further out court appearances, depending on case needs.
• Tailor the workload to fit personal strengths and preferences, ensuring a balanced and effective approach.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in private family law.
• Proven ability to lead a department and drive its growth with strategic vision and dedication.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills, capable of building and managing a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to represent the firm professionally in court.
• Driving capability preferred for travel to court locations as needed.
• Open to both full-time and part-time applicants; some hybrid working arrangements are available, though a primary in-office presence is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual salary reviews.
• On-site parking and additional free car parking.
• 23 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional closure over Christmas.
• Workplace pension.
• Employee discounts and complimentary flu jabs.
• A supportive and positive work environment in the beautiful surroundings of Stirling, promoting a healthy work-life balance.