New Job Opening: Family Solicitor in Telford, UK

Job Description

Family Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE)

Location: Telford

Salary: £32,000 to £42,000

Experience: NQ to 2 years’ PQE (or equivalent)

If you are a newly qualified Family Solicitor (or up to 2 years’ PQE) looking to build your career in a supportive, well-regarded team, this is a great opportunity in Telford. You will gain exposure to a broad range of privately funded family matters and play an important role supporting clients through sensitive and often life-changing situations.

Our client is looking to recruit a Family Solicitor to join an established and successful team. You will work alongside experienced lawyers, develop your technical skills and benefit from a constructive, solutions-focused approach that aims to minimise conflict and achieve practical outcomes.

This role offers high-quality private family work and a clear development pathway. You will be supported to build confidence running matters, strengthen your client-care skills and broaden your experience across a wide range of family law issues.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising on divorce and separation matters

• Supporting on financial settlements and financial remedy work

• Handling private children matters including child arrangements

• Advising on cohabitation disputes and agreements

• Drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements

• Advising on child maintenance and financial provision

• Supporting clients on domestic abuse matters

• Assisting on adoption, surrogacy and fertility law matters

• Advising on property disputes involving family relationships

• Drafting separation agreements and providing relationship advice for unmarried couples

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (England and Wales) NQ to 2 years’ PQE (or equivalent)

• Completed a Family Law seat or has gained experience in family matters

• Strong client care and communication skills, with empathy and professionalism

• Good drafting, organisation and time management skills

• Commercial awareness and a solutions-focused approach

• Genuine interest in developing within a respected Family Law practice

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £32,000 to £42,000

• High-quality and varied private family work

• Direct access to experienced and supportive lawyers

• Genuine opportunities for progression

• Collaborative, friendly team environment

• Comprehensive benefits package

Working Arrangements

Full-time role based in Telford.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.