Family Solicitor - LHH Recruitment Solutions : Job Details

Job Advert: Family Solicitor (Associate Level)

Location: Hybrid - Oxford/Chipping Norton with remote working optionsSalary: £55,000 - £70,000 FTE (dependent on experience) plus profit share and bonusesHours: 35 hours per week (Part-time options available, minimum 21 hours)Employment Status: Permanent contract

Join Our Clients Growing Family Law Team.

We are excited to announce an opportunity for an Associate Solicitor to join our clients dynamic Family Law Team. As part of a progressive organisation committed to employee ownership, we are looking for a dedicated solicitor with a passion for family law to help our client grow their practise. The team is consistently recognised in legal directories, and they pride themselves on delivering exceptional client care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload covering various family law issues, including pre- and post-nuptial agreements, divorce, cohabitation claims, financial remedies, and private children law.
• Provide supervision, support, and training to junior team members.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to contribute to blogs, articles, and directory submissions.
• Participate in business development initiatives by attending events and building relationships with professional referrers.

What Our Client Is Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years' PQE or equivalent in family law, with a strong focus on modern family law issues and high net worth clients.
• Skills: Excellent client care, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to work autonomously while managing your own caseload.
• Character Traits: A positive, hardworking attitude with a keen interest in professional development and staying updated on legal advancements.
• Technology Savvy: An interest in embracing new technologies and solutions in family law.
• Accreditation: Resolution or similar accreditation is highly desirable.

Essential Characteristics:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Commercial awareness, including understanding the significance of time recording and billing.
• Punctual, reliable, and meticulous, with excellent attention to detail.
• Capability to prioritise workload efficiently.

Why Join Them?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a top-ranked family law team with ambitious growth plans. You will play a vital role in shaping the future of our clients practise while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment. They believe in the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in family law, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team.

How to Apply:Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and motivation for applying.

This advert aims to attract the right talent while ensuring clarity and conciseness, making it easy for potential candidates to understand the role and the expectations.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.