Job Description

Senior Associate – Family Law

Salary: £65,000–£80,000

Location: London (Hybrid Working)

Take the Next Step in Your Family Law Career

Are you an experienced Family Solicitor seeking a high-quality caseload, genuine career progression, and a supportive, forward-thinking environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded London-based firm where your expertise will be valued, your development supported, and your progression actively encouraged.

Our client is looking for a talented Senior Associate to strengthen their established Family Law team, offering exposure to complex, high-value matters alongside a clear pathway to future leadership.

The Role – Senior Associate, Family Law

As a key member of the team, you will manage a varied and stimulating caseload of privately funded family matters, including:

• Divorce and financial remedy proceedings
• Private children matters
• High-net-worth and complex asset cases
• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• Cohabitation disputes and domestic arrangements

You will also play an active role in business development, mentoring junior colleagues, and contributing to the continued growth of the department.

What We’re Looking For

To be considered, you should meet the following criteria:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• 5–8 years’ PQE in Family Law within a UK practice
• Strong experience managing privately funded family caseloads
• Proven ability to handle complex financial cases independently
• Excellent client care and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated interest in business development and networking
• Strong drafting, advocacy, and negotiation abilities

What’s on Offer

Our client is committed to attracting and retaining top talent, offering a competitive and comprehensive package:

• Salary: £65,000–£80,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working (typically 2–3 days in office)
• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing professional development and training support
• Clear career progression pathway to Partnership
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Career Progression

This role offers a structured and transparent path for advancement, with genuine opportunities to:

• Progress towards Legal Director or Partner level
• Develop a specialist reputation within Family Law
• Take on leadership and supervisory responsibilities

Apply Today

If you are ready to advance your career within a progressive and highly respected firm, we would like to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.