Job Description

Reports to: Director of Family and Crime

Hours of work: 9:00am - 5:30pm

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual who wishes to build on their expertise and make a real difference in the lives of our clients, in our family department.

Key Qualifications and Experience

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Key Responsibilities

Advising clients, under the supervision of your line managerin a variety of Family matters, not limited to, but, including contentious cases concerning divorce and domestic violence, family estates and areas such as child contact and adoption; The successful Applicant will be expected to assist in dealing with both Private and Public Law Children Matters. Working closely with the Managing Director & Solicitor, Michael Horne, as well as paralegals, secretaries, and other support staff; Drafting legal documents as well as reviewing documentation; Working closely and professionally with others such as barristers and experts. Establishing a compelling position for the client, using a complete and accurate understanding of the matter and family law. The successful Applicant will support the senior staff of the department, but will also have the opportunity to grow and develop, to attain independence in their work.

Key Expectations

Work to a target of 6 billable hours a day and co-operate with the firm's credit control arrangements. Be able to work effectively within a team, as well as efficiently running an individual caseload. Be professional, organised, competent, enthusiastic and ambitious. The ability to prioritise and work in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail. Be able to work with other fee earners and seek advice and assistance whenever needed to develop knowledge and skills. Regular file reviews which will be undertaken in the office with a senior Solicitor to ensure compliance and client care.

We Offer

Competitive starting salary. Support in continuing professional development and pursuing your long-term career goals. Access to the private Kidwells gym. Holiday Allowance of 24 days + Bank holidays. Private car park. A purpose-built staff room and one-hour lunch breaks. A dynamic, positive, client-driven work environment to apply skills where they'll make the most difference.
Employees are encouraged to take regular time off with holiday entitlement mirroring the public sector, to relax in the purpose-built staff room, to make the most of the top of the range gym and encouraged to work with the Board of Directors to constantly improve the working environment, to continue their professional development, to learn and evolve as individuals as the Company continues to evolve as market leaders.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,500.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person