Family Lawyer
Position type: Permanent
Location: North West
Sector: Family
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000
Skills: Private Family
Experience: 2 - 4 years of experience required
Job Type: Full Time
Position Description
A respected and friendly law firm based in Cheshire is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Family Lawyer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 2+ years’ experience in family law to work on a fully private family law caseload, with excellent flexibility and progression potential.
The Role:
You will manage a broad range of private family matters including:
- Divorce, separation, and dissolution of civil partnerships
- Financial settlements following relationship breakdowns
- Children arrangements and disputes
- Pre-nuptial and pre-civil partnership agreements
- Disputes between cohabiting couples
You’ll work closely with clients through sensitive and emotionally charged circumstances, so strong communication and client care skills are essential.
What You’ll Need:
- 2+ years’ PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive
- Solid experience in private family law
- Compassionate, professional, and approachable demeanour
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Hybrid working options
- Full training and ongoing professional development
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative work environment
This is a brilliant opportunity for a family lawyer looking for flexibility, work-life balance, and the chance to develop professionally within a trusted and modern firm.
Apply now to become a key part of a firm that truly values its people and its clients.
To apply, please submit your details via the contact page, or contact Claire Heshon on LinkedIn