Senior Associate - Family

JMW Solicitors; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JMW Solicitors in Liverpool is looking for a Senior Associate in Family law with over 6 years of post-qualification experience. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload, focusing on family matters such as high-net-worth divorces and child custody issues. Join a supportive team led by Partner Beverley Jones, known for her recognition in the legal field. This permanent full-time role also supports marketing initiatives and offers professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with over 6 years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience in managing high-net-worth divorce cases and financial remedies.
• Expertise in pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Build and establish strong client relationships while managing a varied caseload.
• Support department initiatives for marketing and business development.
• Effective management and supervision of junior team members.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years’ post-qualification experience

Experience in high-net-worth divorce and financial remedy

Pre and post nuptial agreements

Privately funded children work

Knowledge of legal principles and court procedures

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines

Job description

Senior Associate - Family

Department: Family

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Liverpool

Reporting To: Beverley Jones

Description

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Associate/Partner with a 6+ years' post-qualification experience to join our highly regarded Family department at our Liverpool office. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious solicitor to become part of a supportive and dynamic team, handling a diverse caseload of family matters.

Our Family Law teams, based in Manchester, London and Liverpool, offer expertise and essential support, whether it be a divorce, civil partnership dissolution, negotiating a prenuptial agreement or an issue regarding arrangements for children both nationally and internationally. The Liverpool office is a close-knit team, led by Partner Beverley Jones, who has been recognised year on year since 2014 as a top tier lawyer in both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.

JMW’s team of Family law solicitors is known for achieving excellent results for our clients. We work hard to hold onto this reputation by really looking after each one and ensuring they have all the necessary resources at their disposal.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional client service and are looking to develop your career in Family law in a forward thinking and well established firm, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Building and establishing strong relationships with the firm’s client base, working collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to deliver an effective and seamless client experience.
• Managing a varied caseload of clients in a profitable and efficient manner, in consultation with the Department Head and to assist other fee earners in the team.
• Support department initiatives for marketing and business development, and contributing to the organisation, development and continued success of the Family department.
• Effective management and supervision of junior members of the team, using your training and motivational skills to contribute to our positive team environment.
• Taking responsibility for your financial contribution to the firm, including meeting expected levels of chargeable recoverable hours, ensuring accurate and timely time recording, and supporting effective billing and cash collection performance.
• Maintaining your expertise by staying up to date with new legal developments and changes in legislation, meeting CPD and compliance requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience of assisting on a range of Family work including:
• High-net-worth divorce and financial remedy.
• Pre and post nuptial agreements.
• Privately funded children work.
• Knowledge of legal principles and court procedures in relation to family cases.
• Experience in confidently meeting deadlines, prioritising tasks and effectively managing your workload.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to handle sensitive client issues and empathise with clients.
• Ensure excellent service standards and maintain high client satisfaction.
• Track record for supporting initiatives for business development.