Family Solicitor 3yrs PQE+

Family Solicitor (3+ PQE)

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Location: Saffron Walden, Sawston & Haverhill
Position: Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive DOE

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\nThe Opportunity\n
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Our client, a respected and established regional law firm, is seeking a Family Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE to join its growing Family Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and friendly firm that values work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and career development.

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The successful candidate will work across the firm's offices in Saffron Walden, Sawston, and Haverhill, managing a varied private family law caseload with dedicated secretarial support and access to modern case management systems.

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\nThe Role\n
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You will manage a broad range of family law matters, including:

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  Divorce and separation

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  Financial remedy matters

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  Children Act proceedings

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  Child arrangements disputes

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  Cohabitation disputes

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  Pre- and post-nuptial agreements

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  Domestic abuse and injunction applications

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  Separation agreements

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  General family law advisory work

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\nKey Responsibilities\n
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  Managing a family law caseload from instruction to conclusion.

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  Providing clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice.

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  Drafting legal documents, court applications, and correspondence.

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  Conducting client meetings and maintaining strong client relationships.

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  Representing clients at hearings where appropriate.

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  Liaising with courts, barristers, experts, and third parties.

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  Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and firm procedures.

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  Delivering exceptional levels of client care.

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  Supporting business development and networking activities.

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\nCandidate Requirements\n
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  Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years' PQE in Family Law.

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  Experience managing a private family law caseload independently.

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  Strong client care, communication, and relationship management skills.

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  Excellent drafting, negotiation, and organisational abilities.

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  Proactive and professional approach.

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  Experience using case management systems is advantageous.

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  Advocacy experience and Resolution membership are desirable but not essential.

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\nWorking Arrangements\n
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  Full-time or part-time considered.

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  Office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm.

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  Hybrid and flexible working available.

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  SOS Connect Case Management System.

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  Dedicated secretarial support.

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\nBenefits\n
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  Competitive salary.

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  Hybrid and flexible working.

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  Paid sick leave.

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  Genuine work-life balance.

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  Free parking (subject to availability).

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  Wellbeing support for employees and their families.

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  Ongoing training and career progression.

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  Christmas Eve and an additional Christmas closure day not deducted from annual leave.

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  One additional wellbeing day per year.

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  Friendly, supportive culture and regular staff social events.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor seeking quality work, flexibility, and long-term career progression within a well-regarded and supportive firm.

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