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Senior Family Solicitor

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  • additional benefits
  • Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Legal, Private Practice

Sellick Partnership is working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Manchester, seeking an experienced Senior Family Solicitor to join their thriving family law team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior solicitor to manage a complex and varied caseload, lead on high-value family law matters, and play a key role in mentoring junior team members and contributing to business development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing a diverse caseload of complex family law matters, including:

    • Divorce and separation

    • Financial remedy and high-net-worth settlements

    • Private law children cases

    • Pre- and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation disputes

    • International jurisdiction matters

  • Providing expert, commercially aware advice with a focus on excellent client care

  • Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the team

  • Building and maintaining strong client and intermediary relationships

  • Contributing to business development and networking activities

  • Collaborating effectively with colleagues across departments

About You:

  • Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in family law

  • Proven experience handling complex and high-value family law cases

  • Strong negotiation, advocacy, and client management skills

  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring ability

  • Commercially minded and proactive in business development

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team

In return, the firm offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and strong opportunities for career progression within a collaborative and supportive environment.

If you'd like to find out more about this opportunity, please contact Aimee Mann at Sellick Partnership.

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Aimee Mann Senior Consultant

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