Address
Form of work
SalaryMy client is searching for a Family Solicitor to join their department in either Long Eaton, Derbyshire - Ripley, Derbyshire or Beeston, Nottinghamshire.
Job Purpose
• To advise on all aspects of family law, prepare documents and correspondence, interview clients, negotiate on behalf of clients and meet billing targets.
• To uphold our values of Honesty, Respect and Teamwork, and work in accordance with the Solicitors
• Regulation Authority (SRA) Principles and Code of Conduct.
Main Duties
To handle a varied caseload of private family matters including:
• Divorce
• Financial settlements and remedies
• Cohabitation
• High value family matters
• Prenuptial agreements
• Children matters
General Duties
• To work in a flexible way to ensure that the workload is completed and to undertake any other jobs commensurate with the level of the post.
• To establish, maintain and enhance team-working with colleagues and staff of the firm
• To keep confidential all information about individuals and the business of the firm and work within the guidelines of the GDPR.
• To abide by their Equality and Diversity, Health and Safety, Anti Money Laundering Policies and all other relevant policies.
Experience
• 2 years + post qualification experience in family law
• Experience of handling high-value private family matters and financial transactions
• Experience of establishing, building and sustaining professional relationships with colleagues, clients and other contacts
• Experience of managing own workload and prioritising appropriately
• Track record of meeting billing targets
Qualifications and Other
• Qualified solicitor (SRA registered) or Chartered Legal Executive (Member of CILEX)
• Good understanding of Anti Money Laundering responsibilities and GDPR requirements
• Satisfactory DBS
This role is available from any of my clients three offices based in Long Eaton, Derbyshire - Ripley, Derbyshire or Beeston, , Nottinghamshire.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
