Senior Solicitor - Family Law - Bristol - 6-10 Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Family Solicitor with 6-10 years' PQE. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 to £80,000 and the chance to lead and establish a new office. Responsibilities include managing family law matters, developing business initiatives, and delivering excellent client service. Ideal candidates possess strong technical skills, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the motivation to grow a practice. Benefits include a supportive team culture and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Emerging Leaders Programme

Supportive team culture

Opportunity to shape new office

Qualifications

• 6-10 years PQE in family law, with broad all-rounder experience.
• Proven ability to manage matters independently and supervise others.
• Motivation, organisation, and proactive approach to building a practice.

Responsibilities

• Handling a full range of family law matters, managing and supervising junior colleagues.
• Driving business development initiatives and shaping the practice.
• Delivering high-quality client service and maintaining professional standards.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication skills

Business development skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified solicitor with 6-10 years PQE in family law

Job description

Senior Solicitor - Family Law - Bristol - 6-10 Years PQE

Location: Bristol (initially Regus-style office, moving to permanent offices as practice grows)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 (depending on experience)

A dynamic and expanding law firm is opening new offices in Bristol in April 2026 and is seeking a Senior Family Solicitor with 6-10 years' post-qualification experience to lead and build the practice. This is a unique opportunity to make your mark, establish a new office, and grow a team from the ground up.

The Role

You'll be responsible for:

• Handling a full range of family law matters (excluding legal aid).
• Leading the development of a new office and building a client base.
• Driving business development initiatives and shaping the practice.
• Managing and supervising junior colleagues.
• Delivering high-quality client service and maintaining professional standards.
• Contributing to the growth of the firm through leadership and innovation.
• Opportunity to bring your own paralegal to support you in building the practice.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 6-10 years PQE in family law, with broad all-rounder experience.
• Strong technical and advocacy skills.
• Proven ability to manage matters independently and supervise others.
• Excellent business development skills and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive approach to building a practice.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and fantastic bonus scheme linked to time recording.
• Emerging Leaders Programme for career development.
• Hybrid working (currently available after probation, under review).
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Genuine opportunity to shape and grow a new office.

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*