Family Solicitor / Associate

Simpson Judge Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Gloucestershire seeks a Family Solicitor/Associate with a minimum of 3 years' experience in family law. You will manage your own caseload, represent clients, and contribute to the firm's growth. The role offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Bonus scheme linked to performance

Corporate Healthcare Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site car parking

Staff Incentive Scheme

Optical Scheme and various staff discounts

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in family law.
• Experience in divorce, financial matters, private children issues, and cohabitation disputes.
• Member of Resolution or similar family law accreditation is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of family law matters including divorce and separation.
• Represent clients in court and conduct advocacy as required.
• Contribute to departmental growth through article writing and marketing.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor 3PQE+

Experience in family law matters

Excellent communication skills

Personable and empathetic

Job description

Family Solicitor / Associate

Location: Gloucestershire – flexible hybrid

Salary: £50-65,000

Opportunity to develop into the future Head of Department

OVERVIEW

This is an exciting opportunity to develop into the future Head of Department for a talented and compassionate Family Solicitor. You’ll be joining a well-established, progressive regional law firm known for its client-centric approach, strong community roots, and supportive internal culture.

The role offers the chance to grow your career within a collaborative team, with excellent support, opportunities for professional development, and a flexible working environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

– Manage your own caseload of family law matters including divorce, separation, financial remedies, private children work, and cohabitation disputes
– Conduct advocacy and represent clients in court where required
– Contribute to departmental growth through article writing, PR, business development and marketing initiatives
– Collaborate with colleagues across departments

ABOUT YOU

– Qualified Solicitor 3PQE+ in family law
– Experience in either divorce, finances, private children matters, cohabitation disputes
– Experience conducting your own advocacy (desirable but not essential)
– Resolution membership or similar family law accreditation would be an advantage
– Personable, empathetic, and client-focused with excellent communication skills
– Keen to contribute to business development, marketing, and team growth

WHAT’S ON OFFER

– Competitive salary
– Hybrid, flexible working model
– 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
– Bonus scheme linked to performance
– Corporate Healthcare Plan
– Employee Assistance Programme
– Free on-site car parking
– Staff Incentive Scheme
– Optical Scheme and various staff discounts
– Ongoing internal and external training and development opportunities
– Clear route for career progression within a supportive and expanding team

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply today or get in touch on the contact details below. We’d love to hear from you.

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P: 07879490799