Legal Executive / Solicitor – Family & Matrimonial (5+ PQE)

Aspire Recruitment; Noordwes; Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal practice is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 5 years’ PQE) to join their Matrimonial team. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse caseload, with strong advocacy skills and experience advising high-net-worth clients on complex family matters. The role offers competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary reflective of experience

Flexible and hybrid working options

Healthcare contribution

Structured training and career progression

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Family Law.
• Proven advocacy and technical skills.
• Experience in handling complex financial and children-related cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload, specialising in Private Law Children and Ancillary Relief matters.
• Act as an advocate in court with strong technical knowledge.
• Advise and represent high-net-worth clients in complex financial and children-related cases.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Technical expertise

Client engagement

Business development

Education

5 years’ post-qualification experience in Family Law

Job description

Job Title: Family Solicitor / Legal Executive – 5 PQE
Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience
Location: Liverpool City Centre (Hybrid / Flexible Working Available)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role:
A highly respected and long-established legal practice is looking for an experienced Family Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 5 years’ PQE) to join their well-regarded Matrimonial team.

This role is ideal for someone who can confidently manage a varied caseload, with a particular focus on Private Law Children and Ancillary Relief matters. You’ll be a capable advocate with strong technical skills, ideally Resolution Accredited, and comfortable advising high-net-worth clients on complex and sensitive matters.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking team that values collaboration, high standards of client care, and ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload, specialising in Private Law Children and Ancillary Relief matters

• Act as a confident advocate in court with strong technical knowledge

• Advise and represent high-net-worth clients in complex financial and children-related cases

• Provide exceptional client care, ensuring clear communication at all times

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to team objectives

• Demonstrate commercial awareness and target-driven focus

• Contribute to business development activities, including social media engagement and creating content such as blogs or articles

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience in Family Law

• Proven advocacy skills and strong technical expertise

• Experience in complex financial and children-related cases

• Highly organised, with excellent judgement and decision-making skills

• A team player with a collaborative mindset

• Confidence in business development and client engagement

• Ideally Resolution Accredited (or working towards)

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary reflective of experience

• Flexible and hybrid working options

• Healthcare contribution

• Structured training and clear career progression

• Supportive and inclusive working environment
  
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