Family Solicitor
6 days ago
Newbury
Family Solicitor (NQ - 3 PQE) – Newbury – Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits \n \n A leading boutique family law firm is seeking a Family Solicitor to join its growing team in Newbury. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or junior family solicitor to join a specialist practice, advising on high-quality privately funded family matters within a supportive and collaborative environment. The firm in Newbury has built an outstanding reputation for its client-focused approach and expertise in complex family law matters. \n \n A key attraction of this opportunity is the level of mentoring and support available. You will work closely with highly respected Partners who have built their careers at leading Legal 500-ranked firms, gaining first-hand exposure to high-net-worth clients, complex financial remedy cases and strategic family law advice. The role offers an outstanding platform for a junior solicitor looking to accelerate their development within a specialist family practice, whilst also beginning to build their own professional profile and client base. With direct access to experienced practitioners, networking opportunities and high-quality privately funded work from the outset, you will be well-positioned to develop both technically and commercially as your career progresses. \n \n The Role: \n \n\n • Managing your own caseload of privately funded family matters with appropriate supervision\n, • Advising on divorce, financial remedy and private children matters\n, • Supporting senior solicitors on complex and high-value cases\n, • Drafting legal documents, court applications and correspondence\n, • Liaising with clients, counsel and third parties\n, • Attending hearings and client meetings\n, • Building strong client relationships through exceptional client care\n, • Supporting business development and networking initiatives\n, • Working collaboratively within a specialist family law team\n\n \n The Candidate: \n \n\n • Qualified Solicitor from NQ - 3 PQE\n, • Experience of family law gained during training or post-qualification\n, • Exposure to financial remedy work would be advantageous\n, • Strong academic background and technical ability\n, • Excellent communication and client care skills\n, • Commercial and empathetic approach\n, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail\n, • Ambitious and motivated to develop a career in specialist family law\n\n \n The Benefits and How to Apply: \n \n\n • Competitive salary up to £60,000 (depending on experience)\n, • Bonus scheme\n, • High-quality privately funded work\n, • Direct mentorship from experienced Partners\n, • Exposure to high-net-worth clients and complex matters\n, • Excellent training and development opportunities\n, • Strong progression prospects\n, • Supportive and collaborative working culture\n, • Modern systems and administrative support\n, • Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.\n\n \n Contact: Nicole Skelland, Retained Consultant \n Direct Dial: 0113 511 7115 Mobile: 07946 492277 \n Email: Nicole.skelland@williamjamesrecruitment.com \n \n More About William James Recruitment \n \n William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally, including Legal 500-ranked practices.