Return to jobs board

Family Solicitor

Apply now
  • Join a top-tier, multi-award-winning boutique family law firm
  • Work on high-value, complex private family matters from day one
  • Unmatched development, BD exposure and progression alongside market-leading lawyers

 

This is a rare opportunity for a Family Solicitor to join one of the UK’s most prestigious boutique family law firms, consistently recognised by The Times, The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.

With offices across major cities, a reputation for excellence and teams handpicked from the very best family practices, this is a chance to elevate your career within an environment built on talent, innovation and exceptional client care.

The culture is dynamic, supportive and ambitious – perfect for someone hungry to develop quickly and contribute to a growing Yorkshire team.

Who we’re looking for

  • NQ–2 PQE Family Solicitor
  • Experience assisting on private family matters, including finances and/or children cases
  • Commercially minded, confident in communicating with clients and able to hold a conversation with ease
  • Keen to get involved in BD and grow a network
  • Outgoing, proactive, sociable and a committed team player
  • Interest in developing advocacy skills over time

What you’ll be doing

  • Assist and manage private family law matters, including complex finance and children work
  • Work closely with senior lawyers on high-value, intricate cases
  • Deliver best-in-class client service with empathy, clarity and confidence
  • Develop BD relationships and contribute to the firm’s continued growth
  • Build your profile within the Yorkshire family law market
  • Participate in a collaborative culture with Resolution-aligned practice values
  • Grow into a confident advocate and well-rounded solicitor

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary aligned with elite boutique family firms
  • Exposure to HNW and complex private family law matters
  • Work alongside top senior lawyers nationally recognised for excellence
  • Genuine growth, training and progression opportunities
  • A firm consistently ranked:
    • Tier 1 Legal 500
    • One of The Times’ Best Law Firms 2026
    • One of The Sunday Times’ Best Places to Work 2025
  • Supportive environment where personal development truly matters

Contact Lucy Wickham

📩 lucy.wickham@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

Lucy specialises in recruiting family lawyers across Yorkshire and works closely with boutique and top-tier family practices. Get in touch for a confidential discussion about whether this opportunity is right for you.

Apply now
Key details

Salary

£35,000 - £45,000

Location

  • South Yorkshire

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Family

Job ref

V-49676

Lucy-Wickham
Lucy Wickham

Consultant for this role

Specialist for family and care lawyers in Yorkshire.

Ready? Apply for this role now

    Click to upload
    Lucy-Wickham

    Not sure if this role is right for you?

    Are you unsure whether this job is the right fit for you, and looking for more guidance on similar roles that could suit you better? Feel free to talk to our dedicated consultant, Lucy Wickham, with a no-obligation call at a time that's convenient to you.

    Worried your CV isn't up-to-scratch? Don't worry, we can also help you with fine-tuning your CV, whether it's for this particular role, another we've listed, or just a general update. We know it's one of the most nerve-wracking aspects of applying for a job, and we want to make it as simple and easy as possible for you. Our consultants are well-versed in this field and will do everything they can to ensure that you have a successful application.

    image-with-content-banner

    Refer a friend for this role

    Not interested in this role, but know someone else who might be? We’re always on the lookout for suitable candidates.

    If you introduce someone to us and we find your referral a job, we’ll reward you both with up to £500 in vouchers of your choice, depending on the job description.