Matrimonial Solicitor

My client is seeking an experienced solicitor with 5+ years PQE in divorce/family matters to join their thriving and well-respected Family Department.

You will:

• Provide a first-class service to our divorce clients, many of whom are high net worth individuals
• Have experience of complex financial settlements essential, to include inherited wealth issues, overseas capital, pensions and property matters
• Be knowledgeable of the issues relating to business/partnership division upon divorce (and able to interpret business accounts)
• Have a thorough understanding of FPR pension law and comparative values
• Be willing to act as a team player, sharing knowledge and ideas
• Ideally have own client following (would be a bonus)
• Be committed to bringing in new work and cross-referring to other departments

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an experienced, qualified solicitor
• Preferably be a member of Resolution and the Family Advanced Accreditation Scheme
• Be organised, efficient and computer literate
• Have a desire for personal and professional development
• Be able to communicate well with clients, colleagues and support staff
• Be keen, enthusiastic and energetic - ready to play a key role in the growth and success of the Matrimonial Department and the firm
• Be personable and hard-working
• Be a strong communicator and have the ability to support up to stakeholder level
• Work well independently but also an effective team player
• Have excellent communication skill, both verbal, face to face and written
• Have strong attention to detail