Eventus Recruitment are seeking a Divorce & Family Lawyer to join a highly regarded Family Law team in Kendal. This is a permanent, full-time or part-time job with hybrid and flexible working options, set in a stunning location on the edge of the Lake District. This opportunity offers excellent long-term prospects and a supportive culture where your development is genuinely valued. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, 4% pension contributions, life assurance, and access to a healthcare cash plan.
About the Role
This is an outstanding opportunity for a Divorce & Family Lawyer or Legal Executive to work in a well-established and forward-thinking firm with offices across Cumbria. You’ll join a supportive team providing exceptional legal advice to clients during often difficult times.
- Manage a caseload covering divorce, financial remedy, and private children law matters
- Deliver clear, sensitive, and pragmatic advice tailored to individual client circumstances
- Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, external experts, and professionals
- Maintain accurate time recording, billing and contribute to credit control
- Promote the department through business development and networking
You will benefit from working in a collaborative and close-knit team where your contributions will be recognised and encouraged.
About You
The law firm is seeking an experienced and empathetic Divorce & Family Solicitor or Legal Executive who is ready to take the next step in their legal career. You will be the kind of person who combines professionalism with a client-first attitude.
To be successful in this job you will be able to demonstrate:
- A minimum of 2 years’ PQE in family law, particularly divorce and finance
- The ability to work with sensitivity and professionalism, particularly with vulnerable clients
- Confidence in managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Resolution membership or willingness to work towards it (desirable)
- Flexibility to travel to other offices or client meetings when necessary
- Flexible approach to work
This job would suit a Family Solicitor, Divorce Solicitor, or Family Law Legal Executive looking for a new opportunity in Kendal or surrounding areas.
Benefits and Rewards
You’ll be joining a supportive and forward-thinking legal team where career development and wellbeing are priorities. The successful Family Solicitor or Divorce & Family Lawyer will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes:
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Christmas closure
- Life Assurance (2 x salary)
- 4% Pension contributions
- Paycare benefits including dental and optical, 24/7 GP access and online talking therapy
- Unlimited access to an online training academy
- Discounts on legal services
- Regular social and community-based activities
About the Firm
There are so many positives to speak of with this law firm. They are very well-established in the South Lakes area offering legal services to both individual and business clients.
With a strong reputation in family law and offices across the South Lakes, the firm is known for its professional but friendly approach. The leadership team is approachable and committed to staff wellbeing and development. Their Kendal office is situated in a truly picturesque location, close to the Lake District National Park, making it an ideal setting for a fulfilling legal career with a great work-life balance.
Having placed professionals with this firm previously, I can confidently say it is an excellent place to work with a great culture, excellent staff retention, and strong values.
Next Steps
Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Divorce & Family Solicitor or Legal Executive job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please contact Nikki Phillips at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.
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