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  • Clear progression pathway to Associate, Senior Associate and Partner
  • Join a close-knit, supportive family law team with a strong reputation
  • Hybrid working: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home

 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Family Solicitor to join a well-established, down-to-earth team in Wakefield.

You’ll support senior lawyers on complex cases, gradually build your own caseload, and benefit from a clear and transparent progression framework.

The family department is proud of its supportive culture, low turnover, and strong client reviews. The team meets quarterly in person and works collaboratively across multiple offices, ensuring you’re never short of support or opportunities to develop.

Who we’re looking for

  • Qualified Family Solicitor, NQ–3 PQE
  • Experience in divorce, finance, and private children work
  • Advocacy experience
  • Strong academics and training background
  • Down-to-earth, collaborative, and resilient personality

What you’ll be doing

  • Assisting senior lawyers on complex divorce, finance, and private children cases
  • Building and running your own caseload over time
  • Taking part in advocacy (if you have experience or want to develop in this area)
  • Delivering high-quality client service with attention to detail

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary: £30,000–£40,000 (DOE)
  • Hybrid working: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home
  • 26 days holiday (increasing with service, up to 35)
  • Enhanced pension + holiday buy/sell scheme
  • Regular social events and team gatherings
  • Clear progression programme from Associate through to Partner
  • Support with development, including STEP if desired
  • Stable team with very low turnover and strong reputation

📩 Contact Lucy Wickham

Call 03300 245 606 or email lucy.wickham@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply confidentially.

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Key details

Salary

£30,000 - £40,000

Location

  • West Yorkshire

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Family

Job ref

V-48017-1

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