Family Solicitor / Legal Executive
Location: Chester
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available
Family Solicitor / Legal Executive – Join a Growing and Supportive Family Law Team
My client is seeking an ambitious and compassionate Family Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their well-established Family Law department in Chester. This is an exciting opportunity for a family lawyer looking to further their career within a respected firm that offers high-quality work, genuine flexibility, and a supportive environment where professional development is actively encouraged.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative and forward-thinking team with a strong reputation for providing exceptional legal advice and client care. This role offers exposure to a broad range of private family law matters, allowing you to develop your expertise while working closely with experienced colleagues who are committed to supporting your growth and success.
Whether you are looking to continue building your technical knowledge, develop your own client base, or progress into a more senior position, my client offers a clear pathway for long-term career advancement.
The Opportunity
You will manage your own varied caseload of family law matters while providing practical, empathetic, and commercially focused advice to clients during what can often be challenging periods in their lives.
Your caseload will include:
- Divorce and separation proceedings
- Financial remedy matters
- Private children law disputes
- Domestic abuse and injunction applications
- Financial claims involving unmarried couples
- Cohabitation disputes
- Child arrangements matters
- Separation agreements and related family law issues
You will have the autonomy to manage your matters independently while benefiting from the support of an experienced and approachable team.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a diverse family law caseload from instruction through to conclusion
- Providing clear, practical, and client-focused legal advice
- Drafting court applications, witness statements, consent orders, and legal correspondence
- Representing clients throughout the progression of their matters
- Liaising with courts, barristers, experts, and third parties
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Delivering exceptional levels of client care
- Contributing to the continued growth and success of the department
About You
The successful candidate will possess:
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive status
- Experience handling a range of family law matters
- The ability to manage cases independently
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- A compassionate and professional approach to client care
- A genuine passion for family law and achieving positive outcomes for clients
Career Development
My client is committed to helping its people achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will benefit from ongoing support, mentoring, and opportunities to expand their expertise across a broad range of family law matters.
This role offers genuine opportunities for progression and increased responsibility within a growing and successful department. The firm actively promotes internal development and values individuals who are keen to contribute to the future success of the team.
Why Join My Client?
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Full-time or part-time options available
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- High-quality and varied caseload
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Strong administrative and operational support
- Modern and flexible working environment
- Opportunity to join a respected and growing family law team
Working Environment
My client prides itself on fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where employees are trusted, valued, and supported. The firm promotes a healthy work-life balance and understands the importance of flexibility, making it an excellent environment for ambitious legal professionals seeking both career progression and personal wellbeing.
Apply Now
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor or Legal Executive looking to join a respected firm offering quality work, flexibility, career progression, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in clients' lives while building a rewarding long-term career.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Experience:
- solicitor : 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
