Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor

• Annual Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 (Reviewed every April) - Plus fee earning bonus upto £20,000 PA
• Location: Petersfield
• Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (2 days in office post-probation)
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Flexible start times and lunch breaks)

Join our progressive legal team as a Solicitor with 2-4 years post-qualification experience. This role offers a blend of in-office and remote working, excellent benefits, and a supportive environment aimed at fostering professional growth and work-life balance.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Provide high-quality legal services to a diverse client base.
• Work within the family team, collaborating with the Litigation and Employment teams.
• Utilize provided technology (laptop, mobile phone, optional desktop phone) to ensure seamless connectivity and efficiency whether working remotely or in the office.
• Meet and exceed set billing targets to qualify for a lucrative fee earner bonus.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be a fully qualified solicitor with a valid practicing certificate.
• 2+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of meeting billing targets.
• Unfortunately, due to specific requirements, we cannot accept CILEx candidates for this role.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Fee Earner Bonus: 30% of paid bills over target, upto £20,000 per annum.
• Firm Wide Bonus:
  Details provided annually.
• Hybrid working model post-probation.
• Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays and additional days at Christmas.
• Wellness day annually to promote work-life balance.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support.
• Healthcare benefits post 12 months, including discounts on gym memberships and other wellness incentives.
• Professional development opportunities and support from shared secretarial staff.

To apply for this Solicitor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to Mark Watts, your local legal specialist recruiter.