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NQ Family Solicitor

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  • £50000 - £55000 per annum + additional benefits
  • Newbury, Berkshire
  • Permanent
  • Legal, Private Practice

Family Solicitor (NQ - 2 PQE)
Newbury, Berkshire
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Newly Qualified to 2 years' PQE Family Solicitor to join a highly regarded and progressive law firm based in Newbury. The firm is recognised in leading legal directories, including the Legal 500, and is known for delivering high-quality legal services to a strong and loyal client base.

This role offers a fantastic platform for a junior solicitor looking to build a successful career in family law within a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment. You will gain exposure to a broad range of privately funded family matters, working alongside experienced lawyers who are committed to your development.

You will be involved in a wide variety of family law matters, with the opportunity to develop your own caseload as your experience grows. The work will include divorce and separation, financial remedy proceedings, private children matters, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and cohabitation disputes.

You will work closely with senior members of the team, gaining hands-on experience while receiving the guidance and supervision needed to progress your career. The firm places a strong emphasis on delivering excellent client care, particularly in sensitive and complex matters.

Key responsibilities will include assisting on complex family law matters while gradually managing your own caseload, drafting legal documents and correspondence, providing clear and empathetic advice to clients, building strong client relationships, and supporting business development and networking initiatives.

To be considered, you will be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with NQ to 2 years' PQE in family law. You will have gained experience during your training contract or post-qualification within a reputable firm. You will possess strong drafting and communication skills, a compassionate and professional approach, and a genuine interest in developing your career in family law.

You will also demonstrate commercial awareness, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a collaborative environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that offers high-quality work, strong supervision, and clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive and inclusive culture.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

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Faith Kelly Senior Manager

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