At a Glance
- Tasks: Become a trusted adviser handling complex family law cases and building client relationships.
- Company: Join a collaborative firm focused on growth and development in Exeter.
- Benefits: Highly competitive salary, flexible working, and genuine career progression.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are valued; all qualified candidates encouraged to apply.
- Why this job: Shape the future of a growing practice while mentoring and leading a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: 7+ years PQE in family law with experience in high-net-worth matters.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 78000 £ per year.
This role would suit a well‑established family lawyer who enjoys handling sophisticated work, building lasting client relationships and playing an active part in the development of a successful and collaborative team. Whether you are already operating at Partner level or are ready to make that step, we offer the platform and support to help you achieve your ambitions.
THE ROLE
You’ll become a trusted adviser to a broad client base, dealing with a varied caseload of privately funded family matters, with a particular emphasis on complex financial arrangements arising from relationship breakdown. Alongside delivering first‑class legal advice, you’ll have the opportunity to influence the direction of the team, support the development of colleagues and strengthen the firm’s presence across Exeter and the wider region. This is a role for someone who enjoys more than fee‑earning; someone who wants to build connections, contribute ideas and help shape the future of a growing practice.
SKILLS REQUIRED
This role will suit an exceptional family lawyer with significant experience in high‑net‑worth and complex matrimonial matters. Applications are sought from Family Solicitors with a minimum of 7 Years PQE looking for that next step in their career. Commercially minded, with a practical approach to solving clients’ problems. A natural relationship builder who enjoys developing new and existing client connections. A collaborative leader who is keen to mentor and encourage others. Someone who values teamwork and believes that great results come from working together across disciplines.
ON OFFER
Highly competitive remuneration package on offer. Genuine career progression and security. Flexible working arrangements.
HOW TO APPLY
For more information or to apply for this role contact Penny Trotman on 0121 454 1004 or email penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Family Solicitor (Partner) in Devon employer: eNL Legal Recruitment
As a leading family law firm in Exeter, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture that empowers our solicitors to thrive. With a focus on professional development, we offer exceptional career progression opportunities and flexible working arrangements, ensuring that our team members can balance their personal and professional lives while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join us to build lasting client relationships and shape the future of our practice in a vibrant and dynamic environment.
