Solicitor
Family & Matrimonial
Hampshire
£55,000 - £65,000

Family Solicitor

Ref: 1540| Posted: 4th Dec 2024

Eventus Legal is seeking a motivated and experienced Family Solicitor based in Petersfield, East Hampshire. This fantastic job opportunity is within a well-respected law firm that has been a part of the local community for many years. Furthermore, they are recognised as a leading regional firm and due to the expansion of the team, looking to place a permanent Family Solicitor. Benefits include a discretionary bonus scheme, critical illness cover, death in service, onsite parking and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Role responsibilities

The appointed experienced Family Solicitor will be expected to demonstrate a proven track record within family law and have an open and friendly approach with clients. You will confidently run your own caseload of private matters with the support of an NQ solicitor. Your daily duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Financial Remedy
  • Divorce
  • Children matters
  • Pre-nuptial
  • Co-habitation matters

Person specification

Applications are encouraged from Family Solicitors who have +3 years of experience in handling a caseload of private family matters. Also, full-resolution membership is desirable. You will work independently but also have strong supervisory and management skills to help lead and guide the team effectively. Importantly, you will also be able to display: 

  • Outstanding client-facing service skills
  • Highly organisational abilities
  • Strong communication skills, written and verbal
  • Good IT skills
  • A strong knowledge of legal principles and procedures 
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously
  • Strong business development skills to help the department grow and flourish

Benefits and rewards

As the successful Family Solicitor, this exciting opportunity to join a well-established law firm that offers excellent long-term career prospects. You will be rewarded with a benefits package to include:

  • Hybrid working option after completing probation
  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Death in Service
  • Free Onsite parking
  • Critical Illness cover

About the Company

The incoming Family Solicitor will be joining an incredibly supportive, established, leading regional law firm with offices located across Hampshire. The firm offers clear and professional advice and has been delivering excellent legal services to private individuals and businesses for over 100 years. This wealth of experience enables them to promote strong working relationships and provide dynamic, friendly and supportive working conditions. Staff retention is high, and this is due to the working environment, benefits and the quality of work on offer. 

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Family Solicitor job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career-enhancing job opportunity, please contact Siobhan Courtney at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at Siobhan.Courtney@eventuslegal.com  or phone 07970 252772 for a confidential discussion.

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