Private Family Solicitor
Hot Job
- Step into a ready-made caseload with a strong reputation and direct client referrals.
- Genuine progression opportunity – potential to become a part-owner in the business.
- Tight-knit, supportive team with flexible working and no unrealistic targets.
Are you a private family solicitor looking for a role where you’ll be valued, supported, and have the opportunity to grow within a well-established boutique firm?
This is a rare opportunity to take over an existing caseload in a small but highly respected family law firm in Liverpool. With no business development expectations, you can focus solely on fee-earning while benefiting from a close-knit, collaborative team that prioritises support and flexibility.
The firm has big plans for the future, with the owner looking at a management buyout within the next five years—offering the chance for a solicitor to step into a leadership role and even take part-ownership in the business.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a solicitor with:
- Experience in private family law (NQ+ for private children cases, more senior level for financial work).
- A background in legal aid is acceptable, but not care work (E).
- A proactive, ambitious approach with an entrepreneurial mindset (D).
- The ability to work well within a small, close-knit team (E).
- Basic IT skills (experience with Leap CMS and Bighand dictation is useful but not essential).
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience and billing potential.
- No targets for the first year, with a bonus scheme of 20% over target thereafter.
- 9-5 working hours (7-hour days) with full flexibility for family commitments.
- Part-time options (3 or 4 days per week) available.
- Flexible hybrid working – typically one office day per week.
- 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays, birthday and Christmas bonuses.
- Pension scheme.
- CPD support and mandatory professional development (all members of Resolution).
- Future leadership opportunities, including the potential for part-ownership.
Contact Michaela Baddeley
If you’re looking for a secure, flexible family law role with progression opportunities and a strong team culture, get in touch with Michaela Baddeley at michaela.baddeley@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 to find out more.
Key details
Salary
£35,000 - £50,000
Location
- Merseyside
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Part time
- Permanent
Practice area
Family
Job ref
V-42415
Specialist for family and care lawyers in Merseyside, Lancashire and West Cheshire.
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