Family Solicitor / Legal Executive

Gregory Ezra; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor or Legal Executive to manage a caseload focused on private law children and injunctions. The role offers a competitive salary of £40-65K, alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave, pension contributions, and ongoing career development. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year PQE and strong advocacy skills, thriving in a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

33 days’ annual leave

Employer pension contributions

Life assurance

Employee sickness allowance

Ongoing training and career development

Employee referral schemes

Discounts on legal services

Wellbeing & employee assistance programme

Discounted gym memberships

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Qualified legal professional with at least 1 year PQE.
• Confident in managing a caseload independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of family matters.
• Provide high-quality legal advice and representation.
• Conduct advocacy in court.

Skills

Qualified Family Solicitor or Legal Executive

Matrimonial matters

Advocacy experience

Time management skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Organisational skills

Legal Aid experience

Education

Minimum 1 year PQE

Job description

Job Summary

Our client is a highly respected, award-winning law firm with offices across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and the East Midlands. With a strong community presence and a reputation for excellence, they provide legal services underpinned by professionalism, integrity, and a client-first ethos. The firm fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, offering real progression opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven workplace.

We are now seeking a Family Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced Family Executive to join their team.

Salary: £40-65K DOE plus bonuses and excellent benefits package.

Key Requirements

We are looking for a qualified legal professional with a minimum of 1 year PQE and a confident, proactive approach to managing a caseload.

Must-have skills and experience:

• Qualified Family Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Experience across matrimonial matters, injunctions, and private children law.
• Advocacy experience and confidence attending court.
• Excellent time management, organisational and IT skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Any Legal Aid experience would also be advantageous.

Role & Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of family matters, with a particular focus on private law children and injunctions. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to run files from instruction through to resolution while being part of a well-supported and collegiate legal team. Responsibilities include:

• Handling divorce, financial remedy, child arrangements, and injunction applications.
• Providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients.
• Conducting advocacy in court where appropriate.
• Managing Legal Aid cases (where applicable).
• Maintaining accurate file records and adhering to compliance requirements.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across departments.

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package which includes:

• 33 days’ annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
• Employer pension contributions on full salary.
• Life assurance.
• Employee sickness allowance.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Employee and client referral schemes.
• Discounts on selected legal services.
• Access to a wellbeing & employee assistance programme (EAP/Cash Plan), including cashback on healthcare bills, 24/7 GP appointments, and discounted gym memberships at over 3,000 locations.
• Regular social events and activities via an active staff committee.

Eligibility

Only candidates currently based in the UK with the legal right to work in the UK will be considered. Candidates must also possess the required qualifications, which will be checked during the selection process.