Senior Family Solicitor - Cheltenham, 8-10 years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Senior Family Solicitor with 8-10 years of experience to provide strategic legal support. This full-time role allows hybrid working and offers a competitive salary, medical insurance, and generous leave. Ideal candidates will have strong caseload management skills and a collaborative mindset, working to shape the future of the practice.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Discretionary bonuses

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 8-10 years PQE in family law.
• Proven experience managing a varied and complex caseload.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic advice and empathetic support to clients.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Manage a complex caseload including Child Arrangement Orders and Divorce.

Skills

Client-handling skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Knowledge of matrimonial finance

Knowledge of private children law

Education

8-10 years PQE in family law

Job description

Senior Family Solicitor - Cheltenham - 8-10 years PQE

Location: Cheltenham Office (Hybrid & Flexible)

Type of Role: Full-time

Salary: £70,000 to £85,000, depending on experience

A well-established and client-focused law firm is seeking a Senior Family Solicitor to join its respected Family Law team in Cheltenham. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced legal professional to take on a senior role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role

This Cheltenham-based position offers exposure to a broad and complex caseload, including:

• Child Arrangement Orders
• Divorce and Matrimonial Finance
• Post-Nuptial Agreements
• Cohabitation Disputes
• Private Law Children Matters

You'll be expected to hit the ground running, delivering strategic advice and empathetic support to clients while contributing to the continued growth of the department. You'll work closely with colleagues across the firm, mentoring junior team members and helping shape the future of the practice.

Candidate Requirements

• 8-10 years PQE in family law
• Proven experience managing a varied and complex caseload
• Strong knowledge of matrimonial finance and private children law
• Excellent interpersonal and client-handling skills
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for delivering outstanding service

Working Arrangements

This is a full-time role based in the Cheltenham office, with hybrid working supported. Flexibility is offered to suit individual and client needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
• Hybrid working model
• Private medical insurance and pension contributions
• Group income protection (PHI)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional discretionary leave days
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health first aiders
• Charity of the Year initiatives and regular social events

Interested?

For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact:

[e-mail]

0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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Chadwick Nott is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*