At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse family law cases and develop mediation services.
- Company: Leading nationwide law firm with a focus on family and children law.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional client service and positive outcomes.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in families' lives while growing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years PQE in Family Law; mediation interest preferred.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
A nationwide leading law firm is seeking experienced Family Solicitors for prestigious permanent roles within its expanding team.
About the Role:
The firm is seeking a talented and ambitious Solicitor and Family Mediator (or solicitor with a strong interest in mediation) to support the continued growth of its family and children law services. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload of child care and family matters while contributing to the development of the firm's family mediation offering. The successful candidate will join a highly regarded team known for providing exceptional client service and achieving positive outcomes for children and families. The firm is looking for a solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE who is either an accredited Family Mediator or has a genuine interest in developing a mediation practice alongside their legal work. This position would suit someone who is keen to play an active role in expanding mediation services, building professional relationships, and helping shape the future direction of the team.
About You
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Essential
- Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales.
- Minimum 2 years PQE in Child Care and/or Family Law.
- Strong client care and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and case management abilities.
- A proactive and collaborative approach.
- Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
- Desirable
- Family Mediation Accreditation Certificate.
- Experience conducting family mediations across a range of issues.
- Interest in developing a mediation practice alongside legal work.
- Established professional network within the family law sector.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Report directly to Department Director
- Responsible for all aspects of Family Law work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members
- Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities
- Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department
- Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Family work including divorce, financial disputes and remedies, international elements of child abduction/adoption, injunctions/non-molestation orders and providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members
You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the firm.
Key Skills Required:
- Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying
- Be committed and highly driven to provide an excellent standard of service to our clients
- Strong management skills
- Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals
- Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Family Law issues
- Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business
This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to play a significant role in shaping and growing our family mediation services.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
- High-quality and meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to families and children.
- Competitive remuneration package.
Our recruitment process complies with GDPR and all relevant laws. CRB/DBS checks will confirm your UK work eligibility and role suitability.
Family Solicitor & Accredited Family Mediator employer: Gemini Recruitment
As a leading law firm recognised in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, we offer Immigration Solicitors a dynamic work environment in London, where they can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on clients' lives. Our supportive culture fosters collaboration and growth, providing ample opportunities for training and career advancement, alongside a competitive salary package and the flexibility of hybrid working. Join us to be part of a team that is dedicated to excellence and committed to serving diverse communities with compassion and expertise.
