Private Family Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A family law firm near Stafford is seeking a Private Family Solicitor to manage an existing busy caseload without needing business development. This role offers competitive salary, potential for bonus, and a clear pathway towards directorship in a supportive team environment that values its members.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Healthcare insurance

Enhanced maternity pay

Pension

2 days working from home

Clear route to directorship

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE Private Family Solicitor with strong experience managing finance matters.
• Experience or aspirations to handle high-net-worth cases.
• Confident, down-to-earth personality who thrives in a small, close-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Take over an existing caseload and help shape the future of the practice.
• Work towards directorship within a firm that values its people.

Skills

Managing finance matters

High-net-worth cases

Private children law

Supervising junior staff

Mentoring and supporting others

Farming or agricultural divorce experience

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Family Solicitor looking for a role where you can truly thrive, both personally and professionally, in a close-knit, transparent and forward-thinking team? A family law firm based just outside Stafford is looking for a Private Family Solicitor to take over an existing caseload and help shape the future of the practice. This is a rare opportunity to step into a warm, busy caseload with no need for business development. This is a standout role for someone seeking autonomy, interesting work and a genuine opportunity to work towards directorship.

Who we’re looking for

• 5+ PQE Private Family Solicitor with strong experience managing finance matters
• Experience or aspirations to handle high-net-worth cases
• Private children law experience also welcome
• Experience supervising junior staff or a desire to mentor and support others
• Confident, down-to-earth personality who thrives in a small, close-knit team
• Interested in building a long-term future with a view to progression
• Farming or agricultural divorce experience a big plus

Salary and benefits

• Earn a competitive salary
• Bonus scheme based on firm-wide targets
• Healthcare insurance plan
• Enhanced maternity pay above statutory
• Pension
• 2 days working from home after onboarding
• Part-time (4 days) considered for the right candidate
• Clear route to directorship for those with leadership aspirations
• Collaborative, non-hierarchical team culture with full transparency

This is a role for someone who wants more than just fee earning; it’s for someone who wants to grow into a leadership position in a firm that values its people and puts culture first.

Contact

Mel Samson
Call 03300 245 606 or email [e-mail] to find out more or apply confidentially.