At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle diverse family law cases and assist in child care matters.
- Company: Respected regional law firm with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Excellent career progression opportunities in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real difference in family law.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with 1-3 years PQE in family law.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
Contract: Full time, permanent
Our client, a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm, is seeking a Family Solicitor (1-3 years PQE) to join its growing team in Barnsley. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.
The role will primarily involve private family law work, with the opportunity to gain exposure to and assist within the firm's Child Care department for candidates interested in broadening their experience.
The Role
You will handle a varied caseload of family matters including:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial remedy proceedings
- Private children matters
- Cohabitation disputes
- Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
- Domestic abuse injunctions
There will also be the opportunity to assist on public law children matters and care proceedings alongside experienced practitioners within the Child Care team.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will:
- Be a qualified solicitor with 1-3 years PQE in family law
- Have experience managing their own caseload
- Ideally have some exposure to child care/public law matters, although this is not essential
- Demonstrate excellent client care and communication skills
- Be commercially aware, organised, and proactive
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- High-quality and varied caseload
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working culture
- Flexible working considered
- Ongoing training and professional development
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected regional firm with a strong reputation across South Yorkshire and an expanding family law offering.
Family / Child Care Solicitor employer: CRA Legal
Join a respected regional law firm in Barnsley, where you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment that prioritises your professional growth. With a competitive salary and genuine opportunities for career progression, this role offers the chance to handle a varied caseload while receiving ongoing training and development. Embrace the flexibility of working arrangements and become part of a team that values excellent client care and communication.
