Family Solicitor

Berkshire – £45,000

Family Solicitor – Permanent Role
Location: Newbury
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Join a respected and dynamic law firm as a Family Solicitor and make a meaningful impact on the lives of families. This permanent role offers an exceptional opportunity to grow your legal career in a supportive, client focused environment where your empathy, expertise, and commitment to excellence will be truly valued.
Key Highlights:
  • Thrive in a Leading Legal Practice: Become an integral part of a forward-thinking firm known for its excellence and dedication to client care.
  • Meaningful Legal Work: Use your family law knowledge to help clients navigate life-changing legal issues with compassion and clarity.
  • Supportive Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate professionals in a culture that encourages learning, growth, and professional development.
  • Rewarding Career Path: Take advantage of a clear progression structure, competitive salary, and ongoing support.
Preferred Requirements:
  • Proven experience as a junior family solicitor, with solid knowledge of family law principles and court procedures.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport and trust with a wide range of clients.
  • Ability to effectively manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines under pressure.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with legal trends and changes.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales, with a strong academic background.
  • Demonstrable experience or focused training in family law.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal matters clearly and compassionately.
 

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Emily Flewitt

Head of London and Home Counties
0203 846 3071

emily.flewitt@douglas-scott.co.uk

Emily Flewitt, Head of London and Home Counties at Douglas Scott for over 7 years, excels in managing recruitment for the region while building strong client and candidate relationships. Outside of work, Emily enjoys quality time with family, spicy margaritas with friends, walks with her Frenchie Pablo, and staying active. Inspired by her curiosity and interest in varied challenges, she notes that if not in recruitment, she’d likely have pursued a career in the police. Her favorite advice? “Listen more than you speak.”


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Family Law
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £45,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Berkshire
  • Reference: 1250350

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