Solicitor / Legal Executive

Red Recruitment 247; Howden; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking a Family Solicitor/Legal Executive to join their award-winning Family Law team in Howden, England. The role involves handling Matrimonial and Family Law cases, providing excellent support to clients while working in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to manage their own cases, and a passion for professional growth. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including 38 days of annual leave.

Benefits

38 days of annual leave

Life Assurance at 3x your annual salary

Employee sickness allowance for 13 weeks

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor/Legal Executive required for handling Matrimonial and Family Law cases.
• Positive and proactive with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a legal team.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex family law cases with empathy and professionalism.
• Work in a supportive team environment.
• Run your own cases and manage your diary efficiently.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor/ Legal Executive

Experience dealing with Matrimonial matters

Experienced in Family Law

Positive and proactive approach

Strong communication skills

Outstanding time management

Organisational skills

IT skills

Job description

Overview

What does a Solicitor / Legal Executive look like?

A Family Solicitor or Legal Executive is a compassionate, client-focused professional who thrives in a supportive and inclusive environment. You\'ll join a top-ranked team known for handling complex cases with empathy and professionalism, with the ability to run your own cases and diary with a supportive team around you.

With outstanding employee satisfaction (4.9/5 on Glassdoor) and client trust (4.8/5 on ReviewSolicitors), the firm offers a culture that values growth, collaboration, and excellence. You\'ll develop key skills in negotiation, communication, and case strategy while contributing to the firm\'s mission of delivering trusted, effective legal solutions.

The role provides the advantage of working in a small office whilst also enjoying the support of a large, family-like team available at any time. The team are always ready to assist with any queries and offer support. Being part of a large department ensures excellent training and professional development opportunities.

These are the core things we are looking for. Sounds like you?

• Qualified Solicitor/ Legal Executive
• Experience dealing with Matrimonial matters is desirable
• Experienced in Family Law
• Positive and proactive approach with strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative legal team
• Outstanding time management, organisational and IT skills

About Us

Join our award-winning Family Law team, recently recognised as Family Law Firm of the Year (Midlands & Wales). We offer a close-knit, supportive environment across our 17-office network, where collaboration and compassion underpin everything that we do. Our team includes nationally recognised experts named in The Legal 500 and known for delivering sensitive yet strategic solutions. You\'ll work alongside some of the region\'s finest family lawyers in a department with a reputation for excellence and meaningful client care.

Join one of the region\'s leading family law department, recognised nationally for excellence. You\'ll work alongside Legal 500-ranked partners and associates, handling a broad caseload with high levels of autonomy and support. We prioritise professional growth, client care, and a balanced working culture across our offices.

Details

SALARY: Competitive and based on experience

HOURS: 09:00-17:15, Monday- Friday with some Working From Home

Benefits

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank and public holidays)
• Life Assurance at 3x your annual salary
• Employee sickness (13 weeks) allowance for added peace of mind
• Continuous opportunities for professional development and training to support your long-term career growth