Family Solicitor - Senior Associate

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top 100 law firm in Guildford is seeking a Senior Family Associate to join their busy family department. The role involves managing complex family cases, supervising junior lawyers, and participating in business development within a collaborative culture focused on career growth. Generous salary and exceptional benefits are offered.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Generous Holiday

Bonus Scheme

Flexible Hybrid Working

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE with a strong background in private family law.
• Experience managing complex and high-value cases.
• Proven success in billing and business development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise junior lawyers and support their development.
• Handle high-net-worth divorce, financial remedy work, and other family matters.
• Contribute to business development and department growth.

Skills

Private Family Law

Complex Case Management

Business Development

Supervising Junior Lawyers

Education

Qualified Solicitor (6+ years PQE)

Job description

Senior Family Associate | Top 100 Law Firm | 6+ PQE | Guildford

Generous salary + Benefits (private health, pension, life cover, 25 days holiday + bank holiday, employee programmes, employee discount, and more!)

Are you looking to advance your career at a top firm? I am working with one of my best clients, as they expand their family team in Surrey, seeking a senior solicitor. This Top 100 UK law firm is known for its strong regional presence and national reach, providing high-quality legal services to individuals, families, and businesses. Renowned for excellence and a collaborative culture, the firm attracts top-tier talent and handles complex, high-value cases.

Join a busy and thriving family department handling a full range of private family matters, including:

1. High-net-worth divorce and financial remedy work
2. Complex children matters, both private and international
3. Cohabitation disputes, pre/post-nuptial agreements, and injunctions
4. Advocacy opportunities and regular client-facing work

As a senior team member, you will supervise junior lawyers, support business development, and contribute to the strategic growth of the department.

What could make you stand out?

• 6+ years PQE with a strong background in private family law
• Experience managing complex and high-value cases
• Proven success in billing and business development
• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior team members (preferred but not essential)

Why Apply?

• Join a top 100-recognised team with a high-quality caseload
• Work in a supportive, collaborative culture focused on career development
• Flexible hybrid working (2-3 days in the office)
• Excellent benefits including private healthcare, generous holiday, bonus scheme, and more
• Brilliant career development opportunities

For more information, please contact Ashleigh Curtis for a confidential chat or click apply with your up-to-date CV.

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