Eventus Recruitment are seeking a Family Solicitor to join the growing Family department of a leading North West law firm. This is a permanent, full-time job based in Southport with hybrid working options and an excellent platform for growth. The incoming Family Solicitor, ideally at Associate level with at least 3 years PQE, will benefit from a varied caseload of privately funded work, ongoing business development opportunities and strong support from a reputable and award-winning firm. The Southport office offers a friendly, modern, and professional working environment with clear long-term potential.

About the Job

This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor with the ambition and experience to take ownership of developing the family offering at a well-established office. Working closely with senior leadership and a wider collaborative team, you’ll manage your own caseload and play a key role in expanding the firm’s presence in the Southport area.

You will be advising on:

• Divorce and financial remedy work, including high-net-worth matters
• Private law children proceedings
• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• Cohabitation issues and separation agreements

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage all files efficiently, ensuring compliance with procedures and data regulations
• Attend court, mediation sessions, and client meetings as needed
• Work within a Case Management System (SOS) to ensure accurate and timely case progression
• Support other team members and contribute to the firm's wider values and strategic aims
• Drive business development through networking and building local relationships

About You

This Family Solicitor job is ideal for someone at Associate level who enjoys autonomy and thrives on building client relationships. You’ll be someone who relishes the challenge of business development and is motivated to contribute to the growth of a local office with support from a respected, multi-site law firm.

You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Ideally 3+ years PQE in privately funded family law matters
• Confidence in handling your own caseload independently
• Commercial awareness and ability to win and grow client relationships
• Excellent attention to detail and written communication
• Strong IT skills and experience with Case Management Systems (preferably SOS)
• Commitment to excellent client service and a flexible, team-focused approach

A following is desirable but not essential.

Benefits and Rewards

You will be joining a progressive law firm that supports flexible working and recognises the importance of wellbeing, development, and reward. Benefits include:

• Excellent salary between £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holiday, increasing with length of service
• Flexible and hybrid working to support work life balance
• Health cash plan and EAP
• Opportunity to take 2 days with pay for voluntary work
• Free legal services (conveyancing, wills)
• Regular social events & more

About the Firm

This law firm is a multi-office Legal 500 practice with a market-leading reputation across Lancashire and the North West. They have been nationally recognised multiple times for their outstanding workplace culture and employee engagement.

The Southport office is a well-established base for the firm, home to a friendly and professional team with strong local connections. This is an exciting opportunity to take a lead in developing the Family Law offering in Southport, with the full support of a wider regional team and a nationally recognised employer. You’ll be joining a collaborative, client-focused workplace with a genuine commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Family Solicitor job in Southport. 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.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.