Family Solicitor/Legal Executive

HarKaye Core Talent; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Harkaye Core Talent Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its Family team, specialising in private family legal aid. You will manage a private family legal aid caseload, covering children, financial and domestic abuse matters, and represent clients at hearings.

The role offers full-time or part-time opportunities in a supportive, accessible practice with a strong focus on access to justice and solicitor development.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's PQE in family law or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing a private family legal aid caseload.
• Knowledge of children matters, financial remedy, and domestic abuse incl. injunctions.
• Understanding of Legal Aid Agency procedures and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a private family legal aid caseload including children and financial matters.
• Advise and represent clients, including advocacy and court hearings.
• Prepare and manage Legal Aid applications and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with external bodies and colleagues to progress matters efficiently.
• Contribute to departmental development through networking and business development.

Skills

Private family law

Caseload management

Networking

Case management

IT skills

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Family Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive

Private Family Legal Aid | Full-time or Part-time

An opportunity to make a real difference

We are working with an expanding, well-established legal practice looking to appoint a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join its Family team, specialising in private family legal aid.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about family law and committed to improving access to justice for individuals and families. With a strong demand for legal aid services, there is an established pipeline of work and the opportunity to manage your own varied caseload.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a private family legal aid caseload, covering children, financial and domestic abuse matters.
• Advising and representing clients, including undertaking advocacy and attending court hearings.
• Preparing and managing Legal Aid applications and ensuring ongoing compliance.
• Liaising with relevant external bodies and colleagues to ensure matters progress efficiently.
• Contributing to departmental development through networking, business development and promoting the team's services.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• At least 1 year's PQE, or equivalent relevant experience, in family law. NQs with a strong relevant seat are also encouraged to apply.
• Proven experience managing a private family legal aid caseload.
• Good knowledge of children matters, financial remedy proceedings and domestic abuse, including injunctions.
• A sound understanding of Legal Aid Agency procedures and requirements.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a caseload independently.
• A friendly, approachable and compassionate manner, with a genuine passion for this area of law.
• Good IT skills and experience using case management systems.
• An interest in business development, networking and developing professional relationships.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between offices when required.

What's on Offer?

• A genuinely supportive working environment: A relaxed, non-corporate culture with a flat management structure and working directors who are visible, approachable and accessible.
• A refreshing approach to performance: Targets are balanced to recognise the importance of networking, business development, content creation and social media, rather than focusing solely on billings.
• Room to grow: Join an expanding practice with an established flow of work and opportunities to contribute to its continued development.
• Meaningful work: Be part of a team that genuinely values legal aid and is passionate about making a difference to vulnerable individuals and families.
• Flexibility: Full-time and part-time opportunities available.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a friendly, forward-thinking practice where people and the quality of their work matter.