Family Solicitor (Private Work) | Rugby | £40,000 – £65,000

QED Legal LLP; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Rugby is seeking a Family Solicitor to manage private law matters, especially divorce and financial settlements. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in managing their cases, and a commitment to client care. This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 to £65,000, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to develop your own practice within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive working environment

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in private family law, especially divorce and financial remedy work is essential.
• Capable of managing own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Strong client relationship-building skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private family law matters.
• Handle divorce and separation cases from instruction to conclusion.
• Advise on financial settlements post-divorce.

Skills

Family law expertise

Strong communication skills

Client relationship management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor with a practising certificate

Job description

Family Solicitor (Private Work) | Rugby | £40,000 – £65,000

The firm

My client is a well-established, client-focused law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services with a genuinely personal approach. Known for face-to-face client interaction, clear communication and empathy, the firm has built long-standing relationships within the local community. Lawyers are trusted with real responsibility and supported by an approachable and collaborative team culture that values professionalism, autonomy and pride in the work delivered.

The role

• Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters
• Handling divorce and separation cases from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Advising on and progressing financial settlements following divorce
• Managing private Children Act proceedings
• Conducting client consultations and providing clear, practical and sensitive legal advice
• Drafting correspondence and legal documentation to a high standard
• Representing clients where required
• Maintaining efficient case management while delivering excellent client care
• Taking ownership of networking and supporting marketing initiatives to grow the family department
• Offered on either an employed or consultant basis

Could this be the role where you finally have the autonomy to run your own matters while still feeling supported by an experienced and approachable team?

You

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate or a Legal Executive
• Solid experience in private family law, particularly divorce and financial remedy work
• Confident managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills with a natural ability to build rapport and trust with clients
• Well organised with good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a team environment
• Willing to engage in networking and business development activities

Are you looking for a family law position where client care is genuinely valued and your contribution is visible and appreciated?

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £65,000 depending on experience
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• A strong and loyal client base with high levels of client satisfaction
• Supportive and personable working environment
• Genuine work-life balance focus
• Opportunity to grow and shape your own practice
• Flexibility around employed or consultant working arrangements
• Meaningful, high-quality family law work

If this sounds like the kind of role where you could truly thrive and see a long-term future, we would love to hear from you. Apply online today or speak confidentially with Toby Ryan at QED Legal to explore the opportunity further.