Brethertons LLP
Associate Solicitor - Family Law
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At Brethertons, it is the people that matter the most. We have a really strong set of values that we all demonstrate, we have a collaborative and cohesive culture, with a results-driven customer-centric delivery of legal services that we are proud of.
We have created a streamlined organisation, we aim to foster an environment of choice with clear career development paths, a focus on learning and development and a highly supportive structure.
About the Role
Are you looking to join a busy Family Law team in an award-winning firm that truly values its’ people and prides itself in providing exceptional client service? We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Associate to work independently across any of our 4 office locations; Banbury, Bicester, Cheltenham, or Rugby. We celebrate hard work, reward success, and offer clear progression routes to help you achieve your goals.
This role will allow you to work collaboratively with others at all levels in the firm, deliver complex legal work and manage a large portfolio of work spanning all elements of Family law, whilst placing the client at the centre of everything you do. You will also have the rewarding experience of acting as a role model, providing support, guidance, coaching, and development for fellow team members.
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About you
We are looking for someone who is client-focused and detail-oriented, demonstrating strong organisational skills, the ability to prosper under pressure in a team environment with the ability to work fully independently too, while closely managing client expectations. As a qualified Lawyer, to succeed in this role, a deep understanding of the full spectrum of Family Law is critical, in particular experience in dealing with financial matters on family breakdown including dealing with pensions, Family Companies, and high-value assets. You will also need to follow established priorities, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance with SRA and other governing body requirements.
You’ll have a confident ability to manage high-value and complex work, delivering on this with true passion, ensuring that you consistently meet financial targets for the success of yourself, your team, and the firm.
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What’s in return?
At Brethertons, we value our people because without them we are nothing and we work hard to recognise and reward our teams. Please see below some of our benefits –
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional wellbeing day (time for you to relax and unwind)!
- Bonus Incentive Scheme
- Pension Scheme
- Work laptop and phone
- Life assurance and healthcare schemes
- Annual Staff Conference including Awards
- Social activities such as a Brethertons book club
Please see a full list of our benefits here!
What’s next?
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join us? We would love you to join us on our journey. Please submit your CV and Cover Letter directly through our website. If you would like more information on the role or application process, please contact Helen Reed at helenreed@brethertons.co.uk who will be happy to have a confidential chat to discuss the role further.
Please note that we are not using agencies for the recruitment of this role.
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