Family Law Fee Earner
Location: Chippenham or Salisbury
Experience: 3+ years in Family Law
Salary: £50,000+ DOE
Working Pattern: Full-time or part-time | Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home
A well-established regional law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Family Law Fee Earner to join its highly regarded Family team in either Chippenham or Salisbury.
Open to qualified Solicitors, CILEX professionals and experienced Paralegals, this is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload of private Family matters within a supportive and collaborative environment, with flexible working arrangements available.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload covering a broad range of private Family matters, including:
- Divorce and separation
- Matrimonial finances and financial settlements
- Private children matters
- Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
- Cohabitation and relationship breakdown
- Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR)
- Court proceedings and related applications
Responsibilities will include drafting legal documents, preparing court bundles, managing case files and providing clear, practical advice to clients throughout their matters.
You will work closely with colleagues and professional contacts, contribute to the continued success of the department and support business development where appropriate.
About You
The firm is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including Solicitors, CILEX professionals and Paralegals, with 3+ years' experience in Family Law.
You will ideally demonstrate:
- Experience managing private Family matters
- Strong technical knowledge and drafting skills
- Excellent communication and client care abilities
- Empathy and emotional intelligence when dealing with sensitive situations
- Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing deadlines
- A proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach
- A commitment to delivering high-quality legal advice and service
What's on Offer
- £50,000+ salary DOE
- Full-time or part-time working available
- Chippenham or Salisbury office
- Hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
- Negotiable part-time hours to suit the right candidate
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata, increasing with service
- Pension scheme
- Health insurance
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
This is a great opportunity for a Family Law professional looking for a varied caseload, high-quality client work and a role offering genuine flexibility around working hours and location.
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Family Fee Earner in Salisbury employer: Henderson Scott Limited
As a leading law firm based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our commitment to providing clear progression tracks ensures that our team members can advance their careers while working on complex, high-value matters for prestigious clients in the rural property sector. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we offer unique opportunities to engage with influential industry leaders and contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of rural estates and agricultural law.
