Job Description
Are you a Family Care Solicitor ready to step into a leadership role where you can genuinely make an impact?
Our client is seeking a Family Law Supervising Solicitor to join their collaborative and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead on complex and sensitive matters while mentoring and developing junior team members.
Our client has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal aid services, with a strong focus on supporting vulnerable individuals and families-particularly those affected by domestic abuse. Their team is passionate, inclusive, and committed to making a real difference, both to their clients and to one another.
They pride themselves on being an excellent place to work, with a strong emphasis on career progression, wellbeing, and professional development. Their multicultural team reflects the diverse communities they serve, enabling them to provide truly empathetic and accessible legal support.
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary (DOE)
- Annual bonus scheme
- Hybrid working (3 days from home)
- 23 days' holiday + bank holidays
- On-site parking & shuttle service
- Discounted gym membership
- Ongoing training & development
- 5 days' paid study leave
You will play a key role in both case management and team supervision, ensuring high standards across all work.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing a varied caseload of family matters, including non-molestation orders, child arrangements, divorce, and private children work
- Representing and supporting vulnerable clients with empathy and professionalism
- Drafting legal documents including applications, statements, and bundles
- Handling legal aid matters via CCMS and ensuring compliance
- Attending client meetings and working closely with counsel
- Supervising and mentoring paralegals and junior staff
- Contributing to team targets and overall firm performance
About you:
- Qualified Solicitor/CILEX/Lawyer (England & Wales) with supervisory accreditation
- Strong background in legal aid family law (CCMS experience essential)
- Experience across both private and public family law matters
- Confident managing a team and supporting junior colleagues
- Excellent communication, organisation, and client care skills
- Holds (or working towards) Law Society Family/Children accreditation
If you're looking to join a forward-thinking, supportive firm where your expertise will be valued and your career can progress, this could be the ideal next step.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
