Private Family Solicitor: Flexible, Remote, High Impact

Realm Recruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique family law firm in Manchester seeks an experienced Private Family Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload. This position offers a competitive salary of £60,000–£90,000, with options for hybrid working and no advocacy pressure. The firm promotes a family-first culture with strong wellbeing support, and offers clear pathways for progression to Team Leader or Partner. This opportunity is perfect for commercially minded solicitors looking for flexibility in their work environment.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

One-week Christmas shutdown

Clear and fast progression

Strong wellbeing support

Option to work 4 days and get paid for 5

Qualifications

• 4 PQE experience up to Partner level.
• Ability to run your own private family caseload.
• Legal 500 experience (desired but not essential).
• Enjoy flexibility and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of private family law matters.
• Deliver commercially aware, client-centred advice.
• Build strong relationships and establish the brand locally.
• Maintain accurate time recording and billing.

Skills

Strong communicator

Commercially minded

Positive and proactive

Billing habits

Client conversation confidence

Job description

A boutique family law firm in Manchester seeks an experienced Private Family Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload. This position offers a competitive salary of £60,000–£90,000, with options for hybrid working and no advocacy pressure. The firm promotes a family-first culture with strong wellbeing support, and offers clear pathways for progression to Team Leader or Partner. This opportunity is perfect for commercially minded solicitors looking for flexibility in their work environment.