Family Solicitor NQ to 3 Year PQE

QED Legal; East Midlands, Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm in the Midlands is seeking a motivated Family Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their friendly team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a variety of family law matters, including divorce and financial settlements. The firm is known for its supportive culture and commitment to employee growth, providing flexible working options and a generous holiday allowance. If you're passionate about family law and eager to develop your career in a welcoming environment, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Life assurance and income protection

Staff discount on legal services

Salary exchange pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with up to 3 years PQE.
• Experience in family law is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle family law matters including divorce and financial settlements.
• Provide professional client support and manage own files.

Skills

Family Law

Client Care

Communication Skills

File Management

Business Development

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Legal Executive Qualification

Job description

Family Solicitor NQ to 3 Years PQE - Newark on Trent -Nottinghamshire
£35,000 to £55,000

The Firm
My client is a well-known and long-established law firm, proudly ranked in the Legal 200. They've been around for generations and have built a fantastic reputation for looking after both their clients and their staff. With a strong presence across the Midlands and Lincolnshire, they offer a warm, welcoming culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work and developing their careers.

The Role
They’re now looking for a Family Law Solicitor or Legal Executive (0–3 years PQE) to join their friendly team. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with a wide mix of family law work, and be part of a firm that really supports your growth.

• Handle a variety of family law matters including divorce, financial settlements and children matters
  
  
• Get involved in relationship agreements like pre-nups, post-nups and cohabitation agreements
  
  
• Work closely with clients, providing a supportive and professional service
  
  
• Be part of marketing and business development efforts – your voice will be heard
  
  
• Keep on top of billing and case management in a well-structured environment
  
  
• Stay updated on changes in the law and build your skills along the way
  
  

You
They’re looking for someone who’s motivated, approachable, and excited to build their career in family law.

• A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (up to 3 years PQE)
  
  
• Some experience in family law would be great – but enthusiasm and the right attitude matter most
  
  
• Comfortable managing your own files with support from the team
  
  
• Great communication and client care skills
  
  
• Keen to get involved in growing the department and the firm
  
  
• Organised, proactive and ready to learn
  
  

Benefits
This firm looks after its people and offers a great package to support both your career and your wellbeing.

• Generous holiday allowance
  
  
• Flexible working options to help with work-life balance
  
  
• Life assurance and income protection
  
  
• Staff discount on legal services
  
  
• Salary exchange pension scheme
  
  
• Employee Assistance Programme
  
  
• Supportive team and plenty of opportunities to progress
  
  

If this sounds like the next step in your career then apply online or contact Toby at QED Legal Recruitment today