Jobs, fresher vacancy - Family Solicitor • Berkshire

Company: Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Berkshire

2+PQEFlexible hybrid working Family Solicitor ReadingHybrid (flexible)A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor or CILEX professional (2–5 PQE) to join a respected and expanding Family Law team. You will manage your own caseload from the outset, working on high-quality matters while being fully supported in your ongoing career development. This role would suit someone ambitious, commercially aware, and passionate about delivering constructive, modern family law solutions.Key Responsibilities Manage an existing caseload while actively developing new work and client relationships.Handle a broad mix of private family work including: Divorce and separationFinancial remedy mattersChildren mattersPre- and post-nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements Promote non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) wherever possible; mediation or collaborative training ideal but not essential.Deliver exceptional levels of client care to high-net-worth and/or complex-needs clients.Provide supervision and guidance to junior team members as required.Work independently on your own matters and contribute within a collaborative team environment.Maintain excellent time management, organisation, and attention to detail.Engage in business development initiatives to help drive growth. Requirements Qualified Solicitor or CILEX (2–5 PQE) with solid experience in family law.Resolution membership desirable.Strong working knowledge of private family law procedures and best practices.Confident communicator with the ability to build rapport and maintain client trust.Competent with case management systems and Microsoft Office.A proactive, positive, and supportive team player. Benefits 25 days holiday + ability to purchase up to 5 additional daysBirthday holidayLife assurance (5x salary) & Private medical insuranceFlexible hybrid working