Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP
Associate, Family Law, Dual Qualified
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Associate, Family Law, Dual Qualified
Location: We encourage applications from candidates who are able to work from our Edinburgh office; however, location and working arrangements may be flexible and open for discussion.
Morton Fraser MacRoberts (MFMac) is a leading independent Scottish law firm, known for combining deep legal expertise with clear, practical advice that helps clients achieve their objectives. With more than 480 people across its Edinburgh and Glasgow offices, including 72 partners, the firm provides a full range of legal services to businesses, public sector organisations, charities, individuals and families.
MFMac works with clients across the private, public and third sectors, supporting some of the UK's most recognisable organisations and institutions. Its client base includes the UK and Scottish Governments, Breedon Group plc, CALA Homes, Diageo, HSBC plc, the Ministry of Defence, NHS Scotland, Schuh, Skyscanner and SSE plc. Through its sector knowledge, collaborative approach and commercial focus, the firm delivers practical solutions to complex legal challenges.
Summary of Role
To provide excellent legal advice and client service within a supportive and ambitious team, ranked Band 2 in Chambers legal directory and undertaking high quality and challenging cases within England, Scotland and cross-border. The individual will be able to act as an ambassador for the firm, further developing a strong and established English family law practice covering financial and child matters.
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Key Tasks
- Build and maintain long lasting client and agent relationships.
- Manage and develop your direct reports and support other team members with legal queries
- Manage your workload competently, professionally, efficiently and cost effectively with minimum supervision to achieve client and firm objectives.
- Be proactive in the financial control of all your own and team matters, including accurate time recording and prompt feeing.
- Contribute constructively to the work of other team members/teams in the Private Client Division.
- Contribute to organising and delivering technical training within the division.
Qualifications and Experience
- 4+ years PQE
- Dual Qualified (England & Wales and Scotland)
Person Specification
- You have excellent communication skills, you are articulate, you communicate clearly, concisely and without any jargon.
- You enjoy working within a team and autonomously on your own initiative.
- You are personable and good at building and developing client relationships.
- You are confident and you have a strong belief in yourself and your own ability.
- You are committed to providing a good client experience and willing to put in extra time and effort when required.
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Here at Morton Fraser MacRoberts we believe in a positive work life balance and in an inclusive and friendly working environment.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We know that a culture of inclusion drives great results, and we're committed to making sure all our people feel valued and empowered. If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, just let us know in your application. We will support you every step of the way. If you have a disability and meet the basic requirements for the role, we will guarantee you an interview.
We offer a generous benefits package including:
- Profit Related Pay
- Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance for all employees (BUPA)
- Holidays starting at 25 days plus 9 public holidays (plus birthday off)
- Tax Efficient Car Lease Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection
- Access to Comprehensive Wellbeing resources
- Retail Discounts
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