Family Solicitor
19 hours ago
Newbury
Family Solicitor (NQ - 3 PQE) – Newbury – Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits 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. 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. The Role: • Managing your own caseload of privately funded family matters with appropriate supervision, • Advising on divorce, financial remedy and private children matters, • Supporting senior solicitors on complex and high-value cases, • Drafting legal documents, court applications and correspondence, • Liaising with clients, counsel and third parties, • Attending hearings and client meetings, • Building strong client relationships through exceptional client care, • Supporting business development and networking initiatives, • Working collaboratively within a specialist family law team The Candidate: • Qualified Solicitor from NQ - 3 PQE, • Experience of family law gained during training or post-qualification, • Exposure to financial remedy work would be advantageous, • Strong academic background and technical ability, • Excellent communication and client care skills, • Commercial and empathetic approach, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Ambitious and motivated to develop a career in specialist family law The Benefits and How to Apply: • Competitive salary up to £60,000 (depending on experience), • Bonus scheme, • High-quality privately funded work, • Direct mentorship from experienced Partners, • Exposure to high-net-worth clients and complex matters, • Excellent training and development opportunities, • Strong progression prospects, • Supportive and collaborative working culture, • Modern systems and administrative support, • Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone. Contact: Nicole Skelland, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0113 511 7115 Mobile: 07946 492277 Email: Nicole.skelland@williamjamesrecruitment.com More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally, including Legal 500-ranked practices.