FAMILY LAW SOLICITOR - DIVORCE & MATRIMONIAL

FAMILY LAW SOLICITOR - DIVORCE & MATRIMONIAL

NANTWICH

UP TO £65K DOE

HYBRID

We are seeking an experienced Family/Matrimonial Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 5 years' PQE to join our esteemed clients Nantwich offices. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable, confident and client-focused legal professional with strong experience in family and matrimonial matters, who is looking to develop within the role and make a meaningful contribution to the future growth of the department. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, provide clear and sensitive advice to clients, and contribute to the continued development of our Family department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied family and matrimonial caseload, including divorce, financial remedy, private children matters, cohabitation disputes, separation agreements and pre- and post-nuptial agreements.
• Provide clear, practical and sensitive advice to clients, often during emotionally challenging circumstances.
• Handle matters with appropriate autonomy, maintaining high standards of client care, technical accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support the growth of the department through relationship building, cross-referrals and business development activity in the local community.
• Work collaboratively with partners, colleagues and support staff, with the opportunity to mentor junior team members where appropriate.

The Successful Candidate:

• A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (with appropriate Rights of Audience) with a strong family/matrimonial background and a minimum of 5 years' PQE.
• Confident managing a broad caseload with a high level of client contact, including both financial and children matters.
• Organised, empathetic and able to work both independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and provide reassurance while giving clear, realistic advice.
• Aspirations to develop within the role and contribute to the future growth and success of the Family department at our Nantwich office.

What The company Offers:

• A key opportunity based at our Nantwich office
• Hybrid working available
• 33 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
• Salary: competitive and aligned with experience.
• Bonus scheme: attractive, linked to performance, with an additional discretionary bonus.
• Life assurance, employee benefits scheme and free parking.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment with opportunities for continued personal and professional development.

If this opportunity feels like a strong fit for you, please apply and a member of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.