Associate Lawyer in Nottingham

Buckles Law is an award-winning firm that provides world-class client experience and services on a comprehensive range of legal services to both businesses and individuals in the UK and internationally. We recognise that all this is possible due to our team of highly dedicated, enthusiastic professionals across our locations. We pride ourselves on providing a positive work environment where independent thinking and new ideas are actively encouraged and where every member of the team genuinely can make a difference.

We are excited to be recruiting for an experienced Family Lawyer to join the team in Nottingham; please note some travel and out of hours working will be required for business development, meetings and training purposes. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of High-Net-Worth financial cases, Children Act Proceedings and the wider Family Law. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing and innovative Family Law team.

As a key member of our Family team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality legal services while contributing to the continued growth and success of the department. In this role, you will:

• Manage and progress a diverse and high-quality caseload across all areas of family law, including:
• High net worth financial remedy negotiations and proceedings
• TOLATA cases
• Elements of international family law
• Work closely with the Partners to drive cases forward and help shape the strategic direction of the team
• Contribute to team success by meeting agreed objectives, identifying new opportunities, and enhancing the team’s profile in the market
• Proactively generate new business, with a particular focus on growth in Stamford, Rutland, and surrounding areas
• Deliver against individual targets with a high degree of autonomy and accountability
• Build strong, lasting client relationships, ensuring an exceptional level of service and satisfaction
• Maintain compliance with quality standards, procedures, and case management systems
• Manage your caseload in a commercially effective and efficient manner
• Support, mentor, and supervise junior team members, fostering their professional development
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, developing both technical expertise and wider professional skills

We’re looking for a confident and commercially minded Family Lawyer who thrives in a collaborative, high-performing environment. You will bring:

• A recognised legal qualification
• Strong technical expertise in family law, ideally with 2+ years’ PQE
• Experience managing a broad caseload, including:
• Divorce and financial remedy work (including high net worth matters)
• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• TOLATA claims
• International cases and injunctive relief
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at all levels
• A proactive, driven approach to your career and personal development
• A track record of contributing to business development and building client relationships
• Strong IT skills, including experience with case management systems and Microsoft Office
• A collaborative, hands-on team mindset with the ability to motivate and support others
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A balanced, pragmatic approach to problem-solving
• Confidence in handling sensitive matters with professionalism, diplomacy, and empathy
• Integrity, credibility, and sound judgement in all interactions

At Buckles, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. We’re committed to supporting your career growth with a collaborative environment, ongoing development opportunities, and a comprehensive rewards package. Our employee benefits include:

• Generous Annual Leave
• Celebrate Your Birthday
• Festive Time Off
• Private Healthcare
• Healthcare Cashback Plans
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Buy Extra Holiday
• Group Life Assurance

To apply: Please submit a CV that demonstrates the skills and experience you have that is suitable for this role. We are an equal opportunity and disability-inclusive employer and value diversity across the firm. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or parental or caring status. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email careers@buckles-law.co.uk and add the job title in the subject line of the email.