Private Family Solicitor

2 weeks ago


Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Realm Recruit Full time
Sociable culture with clear progression route

Generous bonus scheme & competitive salary

Hybrid working opportunities – work 1 or 2 days from home

3+ PQEOur client, an esteemed legal practice in the North-West, is seeking an experienced Private Family Solicitor with at least 3 years PQE to join their team in Chester City Centre. This practice prides itself on its hard-earned reputation and commitment to its clients, promising to deliver solutions that its clients can depend on.

As a member of their team, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a clear route for progression. You'll have the invaluable opportunity to handle a growing private family caseload, including high-net-worth work while working towards a manageable target.

You'll be a diligent family lawyer who can confidently deal with finance matters independently. With at least 3 years of PQE, your experience in finance work as part of divorce matters and private family law will be vital. However, it's not all about the work; our client appreciates a sociable culture so a personable, easy-going character is desired.

This progressive firm values its staff as much as its clients. Therefore, you will benefit from a hybrid working model following a probation period. This allows you the flexibility of working 1 or 2 days from home. In addition, you'll have the chance to benefit from a generous bonus scheme and receive a parking allowance, health cashback, and more.

The firm offers a full range of legal services, celebrating the individual needs of their clients and championing their staff's welfare. With numerous connections across Cheshire, North Wales, Liverpool and Manchester, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to become a part of an influential legal practice.

So, if you're looking to enhance your career within a supportive, social environment, apply now to become part of a team that values progression and work-life balance.

How to apply for this role

If this sounds like the job for you, you can apply via this website by clicking 'Apply'.

Alternatively, contact Michaela Baddeley at Realm Recruit to learn more about this opportunity or register your interest.

Michaela is an Associate Consultant at Realm and specialises in the recruitment of family lawyers in Merseyside, Lancashire and Cheshire West. Working with family teams across the region, she recruits for family law roles at all levels, from paralegal to partner. If you're a family solicitor looking to make a move, Michaela can help you take your next step.

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