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Family Law Solicitor - Colchester

LJ Recruitment Limited
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Colchester, Essex CO3 3LJ, England

Salary

£70,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A respected regional law firm in Colchester is seeking a Senior Family Law Solicitor with a minimum of 8 years' post-qualification experience.
  • The role involves managing high net worth financial cases and private client family matters, with the expectation to run a caseload independently and undertake advocacy.
  • Flexible full-time or part-time working arrangements are available to support work-life balance, with opportunities for hybrid working.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including 25 days of annual leave, pension, and healthcare.
  • Ideal candidates should be organized, proactive, client-focused, and looking for long-term career progression within a dynamic team.

Family Law Solicitor - Senior Position (8+ PQE)

Location: Colchester

A respected regional law firm with multiple offices across East Anglia is looking to recruit a highly experienced Family Law Solicitor to join its established and expanding team. This is a permanent opportunity with flexibility around full-time or part-time working.

The Role

This role is ideal for a solicitor with at least 8 years' post-qualification experience, particularly someone confident in managing high net worth financial cases and private client family matters. The successful candidate will be expected to run a caseload independently, undertake their own advocacy, and demonstrate strong client care skills.

You'll be handling a wide variety of privately funded cases, working both autonomously and collaboratively with the wider team. The position is primarily based in Ipswich, but there is scope to work from other office locations in the region. Flexible and hybrid working options are available to support work-life balance.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Minimum 8 years' PQE in Family Law
  • Experience in complex financial matters and private children work
  • Confident advocate and ideally a Resolution Member
  • Organised, proactive, and client-focused
  • Looking for long-term career progression in a dynamic and supportive environment

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension and healthcare
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Friendly, collaborative working culture
  • Opportunities for progression within a growing team
  • Established client base with interesting and varied caseloads

If you're an experienced Family Law Solicitor seeking a fresh challenge with a firm that values both professional growth and personal balance, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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