Senior Associate Solicitor - Family & Relationships (5+ PQE)
Central London - Top-Tier, Award-Winning Firm

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Senior Associate Solicitor to join a highly regarded Family & Relationships department within a prestigious central London law firm. This firm is consistently ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners for its outstanding family law practice and is recognised for handling some of the most complex, high-value family matters in the market.

The Role

You will play a central role in advising on a wide spectrum of family law issues, with a strong emphasis on complex financial remedy work for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients. You will work closely with Partners and senior colleagues, taking on high levels of responsibility in both contentious and non-contentious matters.
This is a career-enhancing role for a commercially minded, solutions-driven solicitor eager to develop within an award-winning, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on a variety of family law matters, including financial remedies and private children disputes.
• Preparing legal documents such as Forms E, Questionnaires, ES1/ES2, witness statements, draft orders, and instructions to experts.
• Attending and representing clients at court hearings, FDRs, and interim applications.
• Providing clear, strategic advice to clients on risks, options, and dispute resolution strategies.
• Managing a complex caseload with accuracy, professionalism, and discretion.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to the professional growth of the team.
• Supporting business development initiatives, including writing articles, attending seminars, and contributing to podcasts.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in family law.
• Proven expertise in financial remedy work and contested family proceedings.
• Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Commercially astute with a client-focused approach.
• Confident in litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
• Familiarity with family law software (e.g. Capitalise, Quantum) desirable.
• A proactive, collaborative team player with the ability to lead and inspire others.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a leading central London practice with a stellar reputation in family law. The firm offers:

• A first-class client base with exposure to high-profile, high-value matters.
• A supportive, forward-thinking culture with genuine career progression.
• A platform to develop your profile through business development, networking, and thought leadership.