Job description

Our client are seeking a driven and skilled Family Lawyer with a minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) to join their esteemed Family Team. The successful candidate will be based in either their Hornchurch or Upminster office, working within a team renowned for its excellent reputation in Essex, and serving clients on both a national and international scale.

As a Tier 1 Legal 500 firm, our clients Family Team includes Legal 500 Leading Individuals and Recommended Individuals, offering an outstanding environment for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide expert advice on all aspects of Family law.
Manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision.
Maintain excellent working knowledge across key areas of family law practice.
Foster and maintain strong client relationships, while confidently communicating at all levels.
Actively participate in marketing, networking, and business development initiatives to expand work from existing and new clients.

Requirements

A proactive, solution-focused mindset with a client-first approach.
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and build rapport at all levels.
An ambition to develop your expertise in a highly regarded and results-oriented environment.

This role presents a unique opportunity to enhance your skills within a supportive, high-performing team.

Benefits

Competitive Salary: Reflective of your experience and expertise.
Flexible Working: Enjoy a hybrid working arrangement, with the option to work from home and the office.
Exceptional Colleagues & Clients: Collaborate with a talented team and engage with top-tier clients.
Clear Career Progression: Transparent pathways to advance your career, with full support to help you reach your potential.
Mentorship Programme: Comprehensive mentoring available to all lawyers.
Challenging & Exciting Work: A stimulating career with limitless opportunities for growth and advancement.
Professional Development: Financial and time support to pursue additional qualifications and expertise.
Outstanding Support: Access to excellent technical, pastoral, and specialist support teams.
Commitment to Excellence: We uphold a culture of excellence in all that we do.
Quarterly Bonus: Performance-based bonuses tied to departmental success.
Generous Holiday Entitlement: 25 days of annual leave, plus loyalty holidays and additional leave for your birthday.
Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, with health checks every three years for Senior Associates.
Pension Scheme: Contributory pension of 3-4% of salary.
Death in Service Benefit: Coverage of 2-4x your salary.
Free Parking: Provided at the office for all employees.
Home Office Setup: Full IT setup for remote working.