Family Solicitor/ Senior Solicitor in Kent, Sevenoaks

Job Description Family Solicitor – 2-5 PQE (Only a guide) Sevenoaks | Excellent Regional Law Firm | Hybrid Working An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join the highly regarded Family team of an established and successful regional law firm based in Sevenoaks. This is a broad and interesting role, with a particular emphasis on financial remedy work arising from divorce, including mid- to high-net-worth matters. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to advise on pre-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes involving jointly owned property, private children matters and divorce proceedings. The firm offers a supportive and collegiate environment, genuine opportunities for professional development and a strong work-life balance, including hybrid working. You will manage your own caseload and provide high-quality advice and representation to clients across a broad range of family matters. Advising clients on financial remedy matters, including mid to high-net-worth cases. Handling private children matters, including arrangements for children. Conducting client interviews and providing clear, practical legal advice. Assessing legal issues and devising appropriate case strategies. Advising clients on likely legal costs and ensuring appropriate funding arrangements are in place. Conducting legal research and preparing case papers. Attending and, where appropriate, representing clients at interim hearings. Compliance & Financial Management The successful candidate will be expected to maintain excellent standards of compliance and financial management, including: Ensuring sufficient funds are held on account for solicitors’ costs and counsel’s fees, or that suitable alternative funding is in place. Preparing regular client invoices and monitoring costs throughout matters. Correctly applying Anti-Money Laundering regulations and relevant procedures. Maintaining files in accordance with the firm’s departmental procedures, professional rules and relevant quality standards, including ISO 9001 and the Specialist Quality Mark where applicable. Building and maintaining professional networks and undertaking approximately 50 hours of marketing/business development activity per year. Attending relevant internal and external training and professional development courses. Meeting the financial billing target set by the Head of Department. We are looking for a Family Solicitor who is keen to develop their career within a respected regional practice. Strong experience across family law, particularly financial remedy work. Experience of dealing with mid- to high-net-worth financial matters would be advantageous. Excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of professional and regulatory obligations. A practical, commercial and solution-focused approach. Competitive salary Hybrid working – up to 2 days from home per week Excellent benefits & Annual Leave package Apply now for immediate consideration!