Job title: Family Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £50,000.00
Location: Preston, UK
Job published: 2026-01-13
Job ID: 53051
Contact name: Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Contact email: lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Family Solicitor

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE) + Bonus

Location: Preston (Hybrid Working Supported)

Experience: 1–5 years’ PQE (Family Law)

 

Are you looking to join a market-leading law firm with a people-focused, award-winning culture? Our client’s Family Team in Preston is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to handle a varied caseload of privately funded divorce, financial remedy, and children matters. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, growing team with a strong reputation for client care and professional development.

 

The Opportunity

  • Manage a diverse caseload of privately funded family law matters, including divorce, finances, and children work

  • Advise high-net-worth and private clients on complex family law issues

  • Attend court, mediations, and client meetings, preparing detailed notes as required

  • Draft legal documents, correspondence, and court applications

  • Progress client work efficiently, keeping clients informed on progress, outcomes, and costs

  • Achieve billing and time-recording targets, supporting the team’s objectives

  • Contribute to business development through networking and building local relationships

  • Work collaboratively within a friendly, expert team

 

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified solicitor with 1–5 years’ PQE in family law

  • Experience acting for privately funded and HNW clients

  • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

  • Excellent IT, organisation, and planning skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Confident communicator with a proactive approach to business development

  • Leadership skills and experience with SOS case management system (desirable)

 

What’s On Offer

  • Highly competitive salary £40,000 – £50,000 (DOE) plus bonus

  • Hybrid working policy and flexible arrangements to suit your lifestyle

  • Commitment to a maximum of 1,200 chargeable hours per annum

  • Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review

  • Medicash health benefits cash plan and employee assistance programme

  • Holiday entitlement increases with length of service

  • Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)

  • Free conveyancing for your primary residence and free Wills

  • Employee referral scheme and biannual promotion/salary uplift process

  • Regular social events, including annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards

  • Supportive, award-winning culture focused on staff wellbeing and development

 

About Our Client

Our client is a respected regional law firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to individuals, families, and businesses. The firm is known for its people-first approach, supportive culture, and commitment to professional growth.

 

Location & Working Arrangements

Preston. Full-time, permanent role. Hybrid working supported. Modern offices with excellent amenities and transport links.

 

How to Apply

Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.