Average Family Associate salary in Preston, Lancashire

ASSOCIATE SOLICITOR - FAMILY LAW & DIVORCE TIMES TOP 100 BEST COMPANY PRESTON/HYBRID - 3 DAYS IN OFFICE SALARY UP TO £80K The Family Team are looking to recruit an experienced Family Solicitor, ideally with a following. Candidates must be comfortable working independently to develop the family department’s service but also be able to work as part of a team. The role will include some business development responsibility. Attendance at networking events, meeting local contacts and identifying and developing new sources of work will be a key part of this role. The successful candidate will be dealing with a range of privately funded divorce, financial and children matters. This interesting and varied role will involve working within a Case Management System so good IT skills are essential. We are looking for a candidate with keen attention to detail and who is confident working within a challenging commercial environment. The role: Effective management of all Family files (hard copy and on SOS).Ensuring that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on realistic outcomes, progress and on costs.Attend at Court, mediations and meetings and preparing detailed notes and minutes as required.Ensuring the confidentiality and security of all the firm’s and client documentation and information in line with Law Society & GDPR regulationsAchieving agreed levels of billing and time recording per annumManagement of bill process and interaction with FinanceDrafting of documents including correspondence and Court documentsProviding support to the other team members as requiredContributing to operational review / continuous improvement initiativesUnderstanding and contribute to the team’s objectives plus working to promote the firm’s valuesActively seeking out and participating in marketing activities Skills and experience Including acting for HNW clients.Commercially aware.Strong attention to detail.Good organisation and planning skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet strict timescales where required.Excellent IT skills.Ability to work within teams and individually using own initiative.Confidence in business development and winning work. Desirable Demonstrate leadership skills.Experience of SOS case management system. If you feel you are a strong fit for this role, please apply with your CV and a member of our team will be in touch should you be succesful.

3+ PQEHybrid working available - up to 3 days from homeAward-winning, highly respected legal businessSubstantial opportunities for personal and professional growth A top-tier legal firm with an excellent presence across the North West is seeking a Senior Family Associate Solicitor to join their dedicated team in Preston.On offer for you is an attractive salary package. You'll also enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, with the opportunity to work up to 3 days of your week from home, which helps maintain your work-life balance. This role puts you at the forefront, providing outstanding legal services and contributing to personal and team growth.As a Senior Family Associate Solicitor, your duties will encompass managing an exclusive private caseload and, if capable, offering valuable supervision to junior associates and trainees. You'll be a key player in a robust team structure that includes other experienced legal practitioners and support staff.You will bring your experience as a Senior Associate with a minimum of 3 years PQE. Qualified CILEx or solicitors are welcome to apply, given they bring exclusively private experience to the table. Other requirements include business development skills, networking proficiency, and a team-centric personality.If you're looking to progress your career with a firm that values collaboration, quality legal work, and team wellbeing, seize this opportunity today.How to apply for this roleIf this sounds like the job for you, you can apply via this website by clicking ‘Apply’.Alternatively, contact Michaela Baddeley at Realm Recruit to learn more about this opportunity or register your interest.Michaela is an Associate Consultant at Realm and specialises in the recruitment of family lawyers in Merseyside, Lancashire and Cheshire West. Working with family teams across the region, she recruits for family law roles at all levels, from paralegal to partner. If you’re a family solicitor looking to make a move, Michaela can help you take your next step.Know someone else who might be suitable?If so, we would love to speak with them. If we find your referral a job, we'll reward you with up to £500 in vouchers of your choice. Please note: any references to salary and/or experience in our adverts are intended as a guide only.Realm is committed to supporting disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are invited to contact Realm to identify any additional support they might require to enable them to make an application.

ROLE: Family Associate 5-10 PQELOCATION: PrestonSALARY: DOEThe Family Team are looking to recruit an experienced Family Solicitor, ideally with a following. Candidates must be comfortable working independently to develop the family department's service but also be able to work as part of a team. The role will include some business development responsibility. Attendance at networking events, meeting local contacts and identifying and developing new sources of work will be a key part of this role. The successful candidate will be dealing with a range of privately funded divorce, financial and children matters. This interesting and varied role will involve working within a Case Management System so good IT skills are essential. We are looking for a candidate with keen attention to detail and who is confident working within a challenging commercial environment.Duties* Effective management of all Family files (hard copy and on SOS). * Ensuring that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on realistic outcomes, progress and on costs* Attend at Court, mediations and meetings and preparing detailed notes and minutes as required. * Ensuring the confidentiality and security of all the firm's and client documentation and information in line with Law Society & GDPR regulations* Achieving agreed levels of billing and time recording per annum* Management of bill process and interaction with Finance* Drafting of documents including correspondence and Court documents* Providing support to the other team members as required* Contributing to operational review / continuous improvement initiatives* Understanding and contribute to the team's objectives plus working to promote the firm's values* Actively seeking out and participating in marketing activities Attributes* Commercially aware* Strong attention to detail* Good organisation and planning skills with the ability to prioritise work to meet strict timescales where required* Excellent IT skills* Ability to work within teams and individually using own initiative.* Confidence in business development and winning workDesirable:* Demonstrable leadership skills * Experience of SOS case management system.