Family Solicitor

Our client is seeking an experienced Private Family Solicitor to join their growing team in Hounslow, Greater London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level family solicitor to join an established and respected practice handling exclusively privately funded family matters. The role offers high-quality work, strong progression prospects, and the opportunity to play an important role in the continued development of the department.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload while delivering exceptional client care and contributing to the strategic growth of the team. Senior-level or management experience would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of privately funded family law matters from instruction through to conclusion
• Advise clients on divorce, financial remedy proceedings, private children matters, cohabitation disputes, domestic abuse matters, and related family law issues
• Draft legal documents including applications, witness statements, consent orders, and settlement agreements
• Prepare matters for hearings, mediations, and negotiations
• Deliver high-quality, practical, and empathetic legal advice
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and professional referrers
• Communicate complex legal matters clearly and professionally
• Support the continued growth and development of the family department
• Assist with mentoring and supporting junior team members where appropriate
• Contribute to strategic planning, team development, and operational improvements
• Participate in networking and business development activities
• Develop and maintain referral relationships and professional contacts
• Help enhance the department’s reputation within the local market and beyond

Requirements / Skills / Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate
• Minimum 3 years PQE within private family law
• Strong experience handling privately funded family matters independently
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
Package / Benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional birthday leave after one year of service
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity for progression within a growing department
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed