Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor role in a reputable Staffordshire-based law firm!

Location: Leek, Staffordshire
Salary: £50,000–£55,000 + Bonus Potential
Job 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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