Family Law - Senior Associate

Family Law Senior Associate

Location: London

Salary: £65,000-£85,000 Shape a New Office Launch

Join a Leading Boutique Firm and Drive the Growth of a New London Practice

Are you an ambitious Family Law Senior Associate ready for a new challenge? Our client, a highly respected specialist law firm with a reputation for excellence, is opening a new London office in January 2026. This is a rare opportunity to be a key part of a dynamic team, influence the direction of a new branch, and access a genuine pathway to partnership.

The Opportunity

As a Family Law Senior Associate, you'll play a pivotal role in launching and developing the London office. You'll manage a varied caseload of complex family law matters, build relationships with high calibre clients, and contribute to the strategic growth of the practice. This is an ideal role for a driven lawyer seeking autonomy, visibility, and the chance to shape a growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, child arrangements, and cohabitation disputes
• Advise and represent clients in complex and high-net-worth cases
• Supervise and mentor junior team members to support their development
• Contribute to business development and the growth of the London office
• Build strong client relationships and uphold the firm's reputation for excellence
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices to deliver seamless client service

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with at least 5 years' PQE in family law
• Significant experience managing complex family law cases, including financial remedy and children matters
• Strong technical knowledge of UK family law and relevant procedures
• Excellent client care, communication, and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to supervise and develop junior lawyers
• Track record of business development and building client relationships
• Ambitious, proactive, and commercially minded

Benefits & Rewards

• Salary range:£65,000-£85,000 (dependent on experience and track record)
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Clear, structured pathway to partnership
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (increases with length of service)
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies
• Pension scheme
• Comprehensive professional development and training
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements
• Modern, central London office with excellent transport links
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to help shape and grow a new office

Location & Working Arrangements

• Location: Central London (new office opening January 2026)
• Working pattern: Full-time, flexible/hybrid working available

Career Progression

Our client offers a transparent progression route, with clear criteria for advancement to partnership and leadership roles within the firm.

Ready to Shape the Future of Family Law in London?

For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
Email:

All applications are handled in strict confidence. Your CV will not be shared with the client without your express permission.