Family Solicitor – Bristol (2–3 PQE)
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 (depending on experience)

A growing Family team is seeking a talented Family Solicitor (2–3 PQE) to join its supportive, collaborative and ambitious practice. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload, build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued development of a team with a strong reputation and a high quality mix of work, including HNW matters.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing your own caseload and delivering clear, pragmatic and compassionate advice across a broad range of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedy
• Private children matters
• Cohabitation and related issues

You will work closely with Partners, a Senior Associate and wider team members, taking day to day responsibility for your matters while contributing to business development and the wider success of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of family law matters
• Advising clients clearly and sensitively, setting realistic expectations
• Drafting and reviewing correspondence, court applications, witness statements, agreements and other legal documents
• Conducting advocacy where appropriate and liaising with counsel, experts, courts and third parties
• Managing files, deadlines, costs information and matter updates in line with regulatory requirements
• Meeting agreed financial, time recording and matter management expectations
• Supporting business development, networking, marketing and knowledge sharing activities
• Collaborating with colleagues and providing guidance to junior team members where appropriate
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with care and professionalism

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• England & Wales qualification and approximately 2–3 years’ PQE
• Experience managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
• Strong technical knowledge across a range of family law matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Calm, empathetic and professional approach when supporting clients
• Strong organisation, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Commercial and proactive mindset with interest in developing client relationships
• Collaborative, flexible and team focused approach
• Commitment to delivering excellent client service and ongoing professional development

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Supportive, collaborative and growing Family team
• High quality mix of work, including HNW matters
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear progression opportunities
• Hybrid working options
• Strong focus on professional development and team culture

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761