Family Law Solicitor – Bristol, Sheffield, Stratford-upon-Avon & Manchester

Position: Family Law Solicitor (NQ and Associate levels)

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Locations: Manchester City Centre, Bristol, Stratford-upon-Avon, or Sheffield (Hybrid working: home and 1 day a week in the office)

Pay Rate: £34,000 to £48,000 dependent on experience, plus up to £15,600 in performance incentives (paid quarterly / Work Level 6A)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

About the Role

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Co-op Legal Services to recruit motivated and dedicated Family Law Solicitors to join our growing family law team.

In this exciting hybrid role, you will manage a varied caseload of privately funded family law matters end-to-end, guiding clients through important and often challenging moments in their lives. We provide the client base so you can focus entirely on delivering exceptional client service and achieving the best results.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management: Take ownership of a mixed caseload of family matters, undertaking active negotiation and drafting/auditing legal documents and correspondence.
Client Engagement: Provide compassionate, client-focused support while building positive relationships and managing matters through our case management system.
Target Achievement: Meet individual and team chargeable time and profit cost targets, supported by quarterly bonus payments based on billable hours.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with expert administrative and secretarial support to ensure high standards of accuracy and efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications: Qualified as a solicitor or CILEX qualified.
Experience: Proven experience in handling privately funded family law matters and working towards/meeting chargeable and billing targets.
Attributes: Excellent IT and organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail, resilience, strong relationship-building abilities, and no need to bring a following of clients.

Why Join Us? (Benefits & Perks)

Competitive Salary: £34,000 to £48,000 dependant on experience.
Performance Incentives: Up to £15,600 in quarterly performance bonuses based on billable hours.
Generous Leave: 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 days in line with service).
Colleague Discounts: Special discounts on Co-op products and services.
Pension Scheme: Up to 10% employer contributions.
Wellbeing Support: Free support for your physical, financial, and mental health.
Career Development: Ongoing coaching, training, and structured opportunities to progress your legal career.