Family Solicitor / Legal Exec

Salary: £38,000 - £48,000 (DOE)

Location: Northampton

Experience: 2+ years' PQE (in Family Law)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor or Legal Executive to join our client's award-winning Family Law team in Northampton. This is an ideal role for a compassionate, client-focused professional seeking to develop their career in a supportive and inclusive environment, handling complex family cases with empathy and professionalism.

• Manage your own caseload of family law matters, with a focus on private children work
• Undertake your own advocacy and case strategy
• Work with a team of nationally recognised experts in family law
• Contribute to the firm's mission of delivering trusted, effective legal solutions
• Benefit from a collaborative, growth-oriented team culture

• Qualified Family Solicitor or Legal Executive (with higher rights), 2+ years' PQE
• Experience in family law, ideally with private children matters
• Knowledge of Legal Aid (desirable)
• Positive, proactive approach to clients and colleagues
• Confident, passionate, and first-class communication skills
• Experience in undertaking own advocacy

• £38,000 - £48,000 salary (DOE)
• 38 days' annual leave (inclusive of bank and public holidays)
• Life Assurance at 3x annual salary
• Enhanced maternity/paternity allowance
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
• Modern office environment and flexible working arrangements
• Recognition for employee satisfaction and client care

Our client is an award-winning law firm with a reputation for excellence in family law, recently recognised as Family Law Firm of the Year (Midlands & Wales). With 17 offices across the region, the firm is known for its close-knit, supportive environment and commitment to professional growth. The team includes nationally recognised experts and is highly rated for both employee and client satisfaction.

Northampton. Full-time, permanent role. Hours: 09:00-17:15, Monday-Friday (Flexible working available)

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