Solicitor

Tiger Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A diverse legal firm in Central London seeks a Newly Qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest in Family Law. This hybrid role involves managing your own caseload and delivering high-quality client service, especially to vulnerable individuals. The ideal candidate is a newly qualified solicitor with strong communication skills and a client-centred mindset. The position offers a clear salary range of £30,000–£35,000 per annum and the possibility to transition to a permanent role based on performance and business needs.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Transparent salary range

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable interest in family law and related areas (e.g. divorce, welfare).
• Comfortable working in a small firm environment.
• Familiarity with case-management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload in family law matters.
• Deliver a high level of client service and communicate sensitively.
• Contribute to the development of the practice.

Skills

Client‑centred mindset

Strong communication skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to empathise

Education

Qualified Solicitor (newly qualified or early PQE)

Tools

Legal IT tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Newly Qualified Solicitor (Family Law, Temp → Possibly Permanent)

Location: Central London

Working pattern: Hybrid. Approx. 3 days per week in office + remote working. Working hours 09:00–17:00.

Remuneration: £30,000–£35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Role Overview

We are seeking a newly qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest and foundation in Family Law to join our team on a temporary basis, with the potential for permanence depending on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload in family law matters — taking client instructions, advising clients, preparing and progressing cases, and liaising with clients and other stakeholders.
• Progress matters from initial instructions through to resolution, ensuring compliance, deadlines, documentation, and professional standards.
• Deliver a high level of client service, empathising with clients who may be facing difficult or stressful personal circumstances (e.g. separation, divorce, children/custody, welfare issues).
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across other practice areas when cases have overlaps (e.g. welfare, housing, immigration, etc.), or client needs extend beyond strictly family law.
• Maintain accurate case files, time-recording and client records in accordance with firm procedures.
• Communicate clearly and sensitively with clients, many of whom may come from diverse backgrounds and may require supportive legal advice.
• Contribute to the development of the practice — sharing knowledge, supporting other team members, and helping to maintain the firm’s reputation for tailored client service.

Candidate Requirements / Person Specification

• Qualified Solicitor (newly qualified or early PQE), with capacity to handle family law matters.
• Demonstrable interest in family law (and related areas such as divorce, welfare, housing, where relevant).
• Client‑centred mindset, with empathy, sensitivity, and professionalism when dealing with vulnerable clients or potentially emotional cases.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to build rapport with clients from various backgrounds.
• Good organisational skills; able to manage multiple cases, maintain file management and compliance.
• Comfortable working in a small firm environment — flexible, collaborative, and able to support where needed.
• Familiarity with standard legal IT tools / case‑management / Microsoft Office (or willingness to learn).
• Able to work on a hybrid basis (office + remote), and commit to the required office days and working hours.

What the Role Offers

• A stepping‑stone role at a small but diverse legal firm — opportunity to work across multiple areas, gaining broad exposure (Family, Welfare, Housing, Immigration, etc.).
• Hybrid working: a mix of remote and in‑office working for work‑life balance.
• Transparent salary range (£30–35k) with clarity on expectations.
• Opportunity for permanency — the role may transition from temporary to permanent depending on performance and business need.
• Supportive environment dealing with real‑world client issues — good for solicitors who value meaningful work and client‑focused practice.

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