Family Solicitor

To work in Sale and Manchester, presence across both office spaces with the opportunity to work flexibly.

Slater Heelis is a leading full-service law firm with a rich history of providing exceptional legal services to clients across the UK. Based in Manchester, we are known for our client-centric approach, professional integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Management & Casework
  • Manage a caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy, cohabitation disputes, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and private children matters.
  • Maintain excellent communication with clients, providing clear, compassionate, and commercially sound advice throughout.
  • Tailor your approach to meet the individual needs of clients, often in emotionally sensitive or high-conflict situations.
  • Attend court hearings and conferences with counsel where required and represent clients effectively in negotiations and dispute resolution processes.
• Legal Expertise & Compliance
  • Stay up to date with developments in family law, case law, and procedural rules to ensure the highest standards of legal advice and representation.
  • Ensure all work complies with SRA regulations, Law Society guidelines, and the firm’s internal compliance and risk management procedures.
  • Take responsibility for your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and proactively seek out training and development opportunities.
• File & Risk Management
  • Ensure all files are maintained in accordance with firm procedures and quality standards.
  • Progress matters efficiently, with a high level of organisation and attention to detail.
  • Handle matters in a way that minimises risk to both the client and the firm, including appropriate record-keeping and confidentiality protocols.
• Financial & Performance Management
  • Record chargeable time accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Achieve individual fee-earning targets, billing objectives, and cash flow goals.
  • Support the financial health of the department through timely billing and effective management of client funds and WIP.
• Business Development & Networking
  • Contribute to the growth of the Family Law department by building strong client relationships and nurturing existing referrer contacts.
  • Take part in marketing and networking activities, including seminars, webinars, and local events, to raise the profile of the firm and department.
  • Look for opportunities to cross-refer work within the firm and identify potential areas for service development.
• Teamwork & Team Development
  • Support and collaborate with colleagues across the Family team and wider firm.
  • Assist with mentoring junior lawyers, trainees, or paralegals where appropriate, fostering a supportive and inclusive team culture.
  • Attend team meetings and contribute ideas for improving departmental processes, client service, and overall performance.
  • Act as a positive ambassador for the Family department and the wider firm.
  • Maintain high standards of professional conduct in all dealings with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
  • Promote the firm’s values, client-focused ethos, and commitment to excellence.

What we are looking for:

• Empathy and emotional intelligence – a sensitive and thoughtful approach to clients experiencing distressing circumstances.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and tactfully.
• Professionalism and discretion – a commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and ethical practice.
• Commercial awareness – an understanding of the business context of legal services and the importance of client satisfaction.
• Attention to detail – a meticulous approach to documentation, deadlines, and client matters.
• Time management and organisation – the ability to prioritise a busy caseload and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Proactivity and initiative – someone who takes ownership of tasks and drives matters forward independently.
• Team orientation – a collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team success.
• Resilience and composure – remaining calm and professional under pressure or in emotionally charged situations.
• Commitment to continuous improvement – a drive to develop professionally and contribute to the evolution of the department.

The extras

• Flexible time off - 27 days annual leave plus 1 day for birthday and 8 Bank holidays.
• We also offer an additional day annual leave for your 3-, 5- & 10-year anniversary.
• A competitive pension scheme.
• Income Protection.
• Life Assurance.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Hybrid Working.
• A benefits portal enabling you to purchase an array of other benefits via salary sacrifice, such as, expanded partnerships with 1000+ gyms, the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave, season ticket loans, and travel insurance amongst other attractive perks.

Please contact Layla Jackson at Lawfront - layla.jackson@lawfront.com if you wish to apply or would like any further information.