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Senior Family Law Solicitor - 8+ Years PQE - Cardiff/Swansea

England Permanent £60,000 - £90,000 per year View Job Description
An established specialist family law practice in South Wales is seeking a Senior Family Solicitor to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to take on complex work, mentor junior colleagues and play a key role in the future direction of the firm, with offices in South Wales and flexible hybrid working available.
  • Clear pathway to Directorship or future Partnership.
  • Shape the future of a growing specialist family practice.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established specialist law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and exceptional client care. The firm has built a diverse culture that people are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally and make a meaningful impact on the business.

Currently experiencing an exciting period of growth, the firm offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals within a close-knit environment where achievements are recognised and progression is genuinely attainable. Unlike larger firms, senior lawyers have visibility, influence and the ability to help shape stratedgy.

Job Description

The Senior Family Solicitor will be:

  • Managing a varied caseload of privately funded family matters including divorce, financial remedies.
  • Handling complex and high-value cases with a high degree of drive.
  • Assisting and mentoring junior fee earners and contributing to their development.
  • Building and maintaining relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts.
  • Using Initative in business development, networking and contributing to the firm's continued growth strategy.

The Successful Applicant

The Senior Family Solicitor should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 8+ years PQE in private family law.
  • Experienced in complex divorce, financial remedy.
  • Comfortable managing files from instruction through to conclusion.
  • Commercially minded with strong business development and networking capabilities.
  • Experienced, or interested in developing experience, in mentoring and supervising junior lawyers.
  • Interested in longer-term career goals, directorship or partnership opportunities.
  • Diverse, personable and aligned with a team-focused culture.

What's on Offer

  • Salary of £65,000 - £90,000+ DOE.
  • Performance-related annual bonus scheme.
  • Hybrid working model with typically 2-3 office days per week.
  • Genuine opportunity to influence firm strategy and future growth plans.
  • Clear progression route towards senior directorship and potentially partnership.
  • High-quality privately funded work.
  • Strong structure including junior lawyers and administrative assistance.
  • Opportunity to join at a pivotal stage in the firm's growth journey.
  • Flexible culture focused on employee wellbeing and retention.



This is more than just a Senior Family Solicitor role. It's an opportunity to join a growing specialist practice where your voice will be heard, your achievements recognised and your long-term career prioritised.

Contact
Sophie Greenaway
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7130079
Phone number
+441189337048

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Family Law
Sector
Business Services
Where
England
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sophie Greenaway
Consultant phone
+441189337048
Job reference
JN-102026-7130079