Family Law Senior Associate

6 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time £100,000 - £135,000 per year

Job Description
Family Solicitor | Senior HNW Caseload | Leadership & Partnership Path
Location: London

Salary: £100,000–£135,000 DOE 

Lead Complex Family Law Matters at a Boutique London Firm

Are you a senior Family Solicitor with the ambition to shape the future of family law? Our client, a highly regarded independent practice in Central London, is seeking an experienced solicitor to handle their most complex and high-value HNW cases. If you're looking for a leadership role with direct impact, clear progression to partnership, and access to landmark cases, this is your next step.

The Role: Senior Leadership & Complex Caseload

  • Take lead responsibility for the firm's most challenging family law matters, including divorce, high-value financial settlements, and cross-border children's issues

  • Advise HNW clients on complex, sensitive, and multi-jurisdictional cases

  • Mentor and supervise junior solicitors, fostering best practice and professional development

  • Drive business development and contribute to the firm's strategic growth

  • Collaborate with partners on firm-wide initiatives and knowledge sharing

Requirements: Senior Skills & Experience

  • 9+ years' PQE as a Family Solicitor within a reputable UK practice

  • Extensive experience acting for HNW clients on complex and multi-jurisdictional matters

  • Deep technical expertise in high-value financial settlements and children's law

  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and client relationship skills

  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

  • Proven commercial acumen, discretion, and commitment to excellence

Benefits & Rewards

  • Outstanding salary: £100,000–£135,000 dependent on experience

  • Performance-based bonus scheme

  • Generous holiday allowance and wellness days

  • Hybrid working: Minimum two days per week in the London office; flexible arrangements considered

  • Private healthcare and enhanced pension contributions

  • Direct path to partnership and senior leadership roles

  • Ongoing professional development and opportunities for thought leadership

  • Supportive, inclusive culture focused on excellence and work–life balance

  • Access to landmark, career-defining cases

Location & Working Arrangements

  • Central London office with excellent transport links

  • Modern, collaborative workspace

  • Hybrid working for optimal flexibility

Next Steps: Apply in Confidence

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact Mara at m.- All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. All applications are treated with complete confidentiality.

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