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Family Solicitor role in a reputable Staffordshire-based law firm!
Location: Leek, StaffordshireSalary: £50,000–£55,000 + Bonus PotentialJob Type: Full-Time | Hybrid Working Available (min. 3–4 days in office)
Join a well-established, close-knit law firm known for its reliable legal services and a strong team culture.
The firm is now seeking a Family Solicitor to take a lead role in its Leek office, heading up a small family law department following a recent leadership change. This is a key position offering autonomy, experienced secretarial support and the opportunity to manage a diverse and rewarding caseload, including complex and high-value family law matters.
The Role:
- Lead and manage the family/matrimonial law department
- Handle a full caseload of family law matters—ranging from divorce and financial settlements to children matters, including high-value and complex cases
- Provide mentorship and oversight to an experienced legal executive
- Deliver excellent client care while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards
- Collaborate closely with two experienced senior secretaries for smooth case management
- Contribute to business development and help grow the department’s workload
What is on Offer?
- Competitive salary up to £50,000–£55,000, depending on experience
- Manageable and achievable target of 3 x salary
- Strong administrative support (two experienced legal secretaries)
- Consideration for hybrid working (minimum of 3–4 days in the office)
- A close-knit, friendly team environment with a focus on work-life balance
About You:
Our client is looking for a confident and experienced Family Law Solicitor who:
- Has solid experience in family/matrimonial law, including handling complex and high value matters independently
- Is proactive, dynamic and driven to lead and develop a growing department
- Has strong leadership and mentoring skills to support junior legal staff
- Values high professional standards and exceptional client service
- Is comfortable working with both paper-light and traditional file systems
- Can commit to regular in-office presence (minimum 3–4 days per week)
Ready to take the lead in a supportive and stable law firm?Apply today and help shape the future of the family law department at this wonderful Staffordshire based law firm!
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