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Senior Family Solicitor

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Posted 17 hours ago, valid for 19 days

Chester, Cheshire CH36DD, England

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Family Solicitor to join their thriving and supportive team in Chester with a salary that is dependent on experience (DOE).
The successful candidate will manage their own family law cases from start to finish, including divorce, finances, children, and domestic abuse matters.
This role also involves supervising and mentoring junior colleagues while maintaining high team standards.
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of three years' experience as a Family Solicitor and possess excellent communication skills.
The position offers hybrid and flexible working, a defined career pathway, and benefits such as a company pension, healthcare scheme, and sick pay.

Senior Family SolicitorChester/HybridSalary DOEMy client is seeking an experienced Senior Family Solicitor to join their thriving and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is ready to take ownership of a varied caseload and play a key role in the department’s development.As Senior Family Solicitor, you’ll manage your own family law cases from start to finish, including matters involving divorce, finances, children, and domestic abuse. You will also supervise and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to their growth while maintaining the high standards of the team.What the role offers:

Hybrid and flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance
A defined career pathway with plenty of opportunities for progression and ongoing professional development
A competitive salary DOE, along with a company pension, healthcare scheme, and sick pay

Key responsibilities:

Managing a diverse caseload and delivering first-class service to clients
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Engaging in business development to help grow the department and secure new work
Supervising and developing junior staff members
Meeting financial targets and contributing to the success of the team

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience as a Family Solicitor, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of business development. Experience using Ochresoft case management systems is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.This is a fantastic chance to advance your career in a firm that values its people and offers genuine progression opportunities.

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