Job Description

Family Law Solicitor (2–6 Years PQE)

Salary: c.£50,000 - £70,000 DOE + Career Progression

Location: Romford Area, Essex | Hybrid Working Available

Join a Respected Family Law Team Where Your Expertise Will Make a Genuine Difference

Hawthorne-Finch is delighted to be working on behalf of our client, a highly regarded and long-established legal practice in the Romford area, to recruit an ambitious and experienced Family Law Solicitor.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor seeking high-quality work, strong career progression prospects, and the chance to build lasting client relationships within a supportive and professional environment. You will be joining an established team with a strong local reputation and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service across a broad range of privately funded family law matters.

The Opportunity

As a Family Law Solicitor, you will manage your own caseload while working closely with experienced colleagues on a varied range of matters, including:

• Divorce and separation


• Financial remedy proceedings


• Private children matters


• Cohabitation disputes


• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements


• Domestic abuse and injunction applications


• Civil partnership matters


• Relationship breakdown and dispute resolution

You will play an important role in maintaining excellent client relationships, delivering practical legal advice, and contributing to the ongoing growth of the department.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive


• 2–6 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) within Family Law


• Demonstrable experience managing a private family law caseload independently


• Strong technical knowledge of family law legislation and procedures


• Excellent client care and relationship management skills


• Commercial awareness and business development capability


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience handling high-net-worth matrimonial matters


• Advocacy experience


• Membership of Resolution or willingness to work towards accreditation


• Proven networking and business development experience


• Experience supervising junior staff or supporting team development

Career Development & Progression

This position offers genuine opportunities for long-term career growth, including:

• Clear progression pathway towards Senior Associate and Leadership-level positions


• Ongoing professional development and training support


• Exposure to complex and high-value family law matters


• Opportunity to contribute to departmental growth and strategic initiatives


• Supportive leadership team committed to employee development

Salary & Benefits

Package on Offer

• £50,000 - £70,000 basic salary (DOE)


• Hybrid working arrangements


• 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Company pension scheme


• Professional subscriptions paid


• Ongoing training and CPD support


• Career progression opportunities


• Supportive and collaborative working environment


• Modern case management systems and administrative support


• Employee wellbeing initiatives


• Regular team and networking events

Apply Now

If you are an ambitious Family Law Solicitor seeking your next career move and would like to discuss this opportunity in complete confidence, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Contact David Hawthorne-Finch

Email: [email protected] 

Please submit your CV or contact our Legal Recruitment Team for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity and other legal positions across the UK.

Confidentiality Statement

H-FTS treats all applications and enquiries in the strictest confidence. Your details will not be disclosed to our client or any third party without your prior consent.