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Posted 07 August, 2026

Senior Private Family Solicitor

Austen Lloyd Limited
Wiltshire, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Private Family Solicitor

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Salary: Competitive | Hybrid Working | Clear Progression Path

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A highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Wiltshire is looking to appoint a Senior Private Family Solicitor to join its well-established and growing family team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced family solicitor seeking high-quality private work, clear progression, and a flexible working environment within a respected firm.

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The Role
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  • Divorce and separation, including high-net-worth financial remedy work
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  • Private children matters and complex arrangements
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  • Cohabitation disputes and pre- and post-nuptial agreements
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  • Advising clients on sensitive and complex family issues with a pragmatic and commercial approach
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  • Managing files independently from instruction through to conclusion
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  • Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team where appropriate
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  • Playing an active role in business development and maintaining strong client relationships
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What's on Offer

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  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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  • Hybrid and flexible working to support work-life balance
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  • Clear and structured career progression, including partnership prospects
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  • High-quality private family work with an established client base
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  • Supportive and collaborative team culture
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  • Ongoing training and professional development
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About You

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  • Qualified Solicitor with solid experience in private family law
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  • Comfortable handling complex and high-value matters independently
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  • Strong client care and communication skills
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  • Commercially aware and motivated to contribute to team growth
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  • Leadership or supervisory experience is advantageous
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For more information send your CV or get in touch with Charlotte at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible CW 61671 Senior Private Family Solicitor

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Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally. Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. The role; CW 61671 Senior Private Family Solicitor