Eventus Legal are seeking a Family Solicitor to join a successful firm in Malton, or to divide your time between Malton and York. It is a great opportunity to use and develop your skillset in a supportive environment where you will be responsible for your own complex caseload.
Role responsibilities
The incoming Family Solicitor will be responsible for running their own caseload across the full range of privately funded family law matters, with support of a Legal Secretary. You will provide excellent client service levels and be experienced in building strong client relationships to encourage an active pipeline of work.
You will join a well established and highly regarded team, known for their excellence in client care. There are excellent progression opportunities on offer with this role, and the chance to build up a family department in their Malton office.
Person specification
Applications are sought from qualified Solicitors and Legal Executives who have previous experience in privately funded family matters, often of a complex nature, ideally those with 1 PQE and above, although applications will be considered from all qualification levels, provided you can demonstrate the requisite experience.
The incoming Family Solicitor will have a full driving licence, and ideally would be based in Malton, or between Malton and York. You will also have exceptional communication skills with the ability to interact with clients and work colleagues in a friendly and approachable manner.
Rewards and Benefits
Salary outlined is purely a guide and will be competitive and commensurate on experience. You will be given 20 days holiday + bank holidays + you don’t have to save any for Christmas closure (so equating to around 23-25 days most years), and other benefits including subsidised parking, enhanced sick pay, free legal advice and an active social calendar, should you wish to join.
About the Company
The firm is proud to be one of Yorkshire’s leading law firms, established for over 200 years, operating from multiple offices across North and West Yorkshire. They have a team of around 100 spread over these offices and have a low staff turnover.
Next Steps
If you are interested in learning more about this Family Solicitor role, please send your CV to Amy Watson at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at amy.watson@eventuslegal.com or contact 0113 418 2494 for a confidential discussion.
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