Solicitor/Associate – Family – Newport – 2-5 Years PQE

Overview

As a Family Solicitor/Associate in Newport, you will manage a varied family law caseload including divorce, financial remedies, and children work. You will support colleagues, nurture client relationships, and contribute to departmental growth within a collaborative, high-performing firm. The role includes business development, cross-team collaboration, and upholding professional standards in a safe work environment. This is an opportunity to develop leadership skills while delivering high-quality, client-focused service. You will work in a hybrid setup with clear career development opportunities, shaping the firm’s family law offering.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear career development pathways
• Supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Recognition for high-quality work and client service

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of family law matters (divorce, financial remedies, children work)
• Supporting fee-earners and contributing to departmental initiatives
• Liaising with clients, counsel, and other professionals
• Attending external business development events (target: 1 per month)
• Participating in team meetings and firm-wide projects
• Strengthening client relationships and promoting the firm’s reputation
• Ensuring a safe and productive working environment

Key requirements

• 2-5 years PQE in family law
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and professional standards
• Motivation, organisation, and a proactive mindset
• Understanding of health and safety responsibilities in the workplace

• communication
• interpersonal abilities
• proactivity
• attention to detail
• drafting
• family law technical knowledge

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