Family Solicitor - West Midlands

BCL Legal; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to manage a diverse family law caseload. This full-time position offers flexibility, autonomy, and opportunities for career progression within a supportive team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in family law and be able to provide empathetic and pragmatic advice to clients.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 3+ years PQE in family law.
• Strong understanding of UK family law and court procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of private family law matters.
• Deliver empathetic and pragmatic advice to clients.
• Draft legal documentation including applications and statements.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Drafting

Client Care

Business Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)

3+ years' PQE in family law

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Overview

Family Solicitor | 3+ PQE | Legal 500 Firm | West Midlands (Full-Time)

BCL Legal is delighted to be assisting a highly regarded Legal 500 firm with the recruitment of an experienced Family Solicitor to join its established private family law team in the West Midlands. This is a full-time, permanent position offering high-quality work, autonomy, and genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters, with a focus on delivering empathetic and pragmatic advice to clients.
• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedies and asset protection
• Private children matters
• Cohabitation disputes
• Injunctions and domestic abuse cases
• Drafting legal documentation including statements, applications, and consent orders
• Conducting advocacy (where appropriate) and liaising with counsel
• Engaging in client care, negotiation, and resolution
• Supporting marketing and business development activities

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (England & Wales)
• Minimum 3 years' PQE in family law (private client-focused)
• Confident in managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong working knowledge of UK family law and court procedures
• Excellent drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Sensitive, empathetic, and client-focused approach
• Comfortable contributing to business development and networking
• Proficient in case management systems and digital working

Why Apply?

• Join a well-respected, Legal 500 ranked family team
• High-quality, interesting caseload from day one
• Work within a close-knit, supportive department with experienced colleagues
• Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a strong work-life balance
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of the team

Benefits

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
• Career development and training opportunities
• Flexible/hybrid working options available
• Friendly and collaborative working culture

Apply Now

To be considered for this Family Solicitor opportunity in the West Midlands, please submit your CV or contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal for a confidential discussion.