At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex family law cases and mentor junior colleagues in a supportive environment.
- Company: Top UK law firm known for outstanding client care and legal expertise.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, autonomy, and clear progression paths.
- Other info: Join a diverse and inclusive culture that values every individual.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in family law while developing your career with a collaborative team.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in private Family Law and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 £ per year.
Location: Southampton
Salary: £90k-£110k - depending on experience
PQE Level: 10+
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time
A top UK law firm is seeking a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join their nationally recognised Family Law team. With a strong reputation for delivering outstanding client care and legal expertise, the firm offers a collaborative, inclusive environment where people are genuinely valued. This is a superb opportunity to help develop and grow the firm's Family Law offering, working on a mix of high-value and day-to-day private family matters including divorce, financial proceedings, and children issues. You'll benefit from high levels of autonomy, partner-level collaboration, and a well-supported path for progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex and sensitive family law cases from start to finish
- Provide supervision and mentorship to junior colleagues
- Build and maintain lasting client relationships
- Play an active role in business development and raising the team's profile locally
- Contribute to the strategic growth of the practice in West Sussex
What We're Looking For
- Extensive experience in private Family Law (Senior Associate or Legal Director level)
- Confidence in handling complex cases and leading on significant matters
- A strong network in the local market or intent to establish one
- A proven record of business development or self-generated work
- Empathy, emotional intelligence, and outstanding communication skills
- A proactive team player with leadership capability and ambition
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
Hiring: Family Legal Director employer: Chadwick Nott
Chadwick Nott is an exceptional employer that prioritises both professional growth and a supportive work culture. As a Private Client Partner in Dorset, you will enjoy the autonomy to manage your own caseload while receiving mentorship opportunities to develop junior lawyers, all within a diverse and inclusive environment that values high-quality client service.
