Family Solicitor

Overview

Family Solicitor (NQ-2 Years' PQE)
Location: Manchester
Salary: £45,000 DOE
Working Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Working Pattern: Hybrid working available (up to 3 days remote)

I'm currently working with a well-established and highly regarded Manchester-based law firm that is looking to recruit a Family Solicitor (NQ-2 Years' PQE) to join its privately funded Family Law team.

This role is a replacement position, offering an excellent opportunity for a junior family lawyer to step into a stable caseload and work closely under the supervision of the Managing Partner. The firm has a strong reputation for its client-focused, pragmatic approach and offers a genuinely supportive environment for junior solicitors.

The Role

You will handle a varied caseload of privately funded family matters, with appropriate supervision and mentoring, allowing you to develop both technically and commercially.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of privately funded family law matters
• Advising clients on divorce, financial remedies, private children matters, and related family issues
• Drafting legal documentation, correspondence, and court applications
• Conducting client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships
• Assisting the Managing Partner on more complex matters where required
• Using LEAP case management system to manage files efficiently and compliantly
• Candidate Requirements
• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ-2 Years' PQE)
• Experience in privately funded family law work (including during training)
• Strong communication and client-care skills
• Well organised with good attention to detail
• Comfortable working under supervision while developing independence
• Experience using LEAP is advantageous

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE
• Hybrid working - up to 3 days working from home
• 9-5 working hours promoting work-life balance
• Direct exposure to high-quality private family work
• Close working relationship with the Managing Partner
• Supportive team environment with long-term progression opportunities

This is a great opportunity for an NQ or junior family solicitor looking to build a solid foundation in private family law please contact Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge Legal today