Private Family Solicitor

1 day ago

Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Office Angels Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Private Family Solicitor to join our team at Office Angels. As a Private Family Solicitor, you will work closely with our Head of Private Family Department, handling a varied caseload of Private Family Law matters while supervising junior team members and ensuring the highest standards of client care.

Main Responsibilities
  • Handle Fee-Earning Work: You will be responsible for handling fee-earning work related to all Private Family Law matters, including divorce, cohabitation, separation, financial disputes, and child contact issues.
  • Supervise and Support Team Members: You will supervise and support secretarial/admin staff, paralegals, and junior Fee Earners within the Family Department.
  • Manage Client Matters: You will manage all client matters allocated by the Head of Department or partners, ensuring work is completed in line with office procedures and quality standards.
  • Progress Client Matters: You will progress client matters efficiently, keeping clients regularly updated on progress and costs.
  • Maintain High Standards: You will maintain high standards of client care, ensuring confidentiality and security of client information.
  • Escalate Issues: You will escalate any issues or concerns immediately to the Head of Department.
  • Achieve Billing Targets: You will achieve billing and time recording targets, with responsibility for credit control on your own matters in liaison with Cashiers.
  • Comply with Regulations: You will comply with Solicitors' Accounts Rules and the SRA Code of Conduct 2011.
  • Foster Clear Communication: You will foster clear communication with other personnel in the practice and build strong relationships with external institutions.
  • Supervise and Develop Staff: You will supervise and develop support staff and fee earners, as agreed with the Head of Department.
  • Ensure CPD Compliance: You will ensure continuous professional development (CPD) and compliance with SRA training requirements.
  • Represent the Firm: You will actively promote the firm's services and uphold its ethos and image.
Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: You will receive a competitive salary.
  • Opportunities for Career Development: You will have opportunities for career development.
  • Regular Performance Reviews: You will have regular performance reviews and annual salary reviews.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Qualified Solicitor: You must be a qualified solicitor with experience in Private Family Law.
  • Proven Ability: You must have a proven ability to manage a varied caseload and supervise junior staff.
  • Strong Organisational Skills: You must have strong organisational, communication, and client management skills.
  • Ability to Meet Targets: You must be able to meet billing targets and time recording requirements.

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