William James Recruitment
Private Family Partner

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Private Family Partner
Family Senior Associate / Principal Associate – Nottingham – Salary up to £80,000 + 25% Bonus + Benefits
A leading national, top 40 Legal 500 firm is looking to appoint a Family Solicitor in Nottingham at Senior Associate / Principal Associate level.
This Family Solicitor opportunity in Nottingham offers high-quality private family work, a strong national platform and clear progression within an established, top-tier team.
The Role
Manage a privately funded caseload including divorce and financial remedy matters Advise HNW clients on complex matrimonial finance cases Handle private children work including residence and contact disputes Support pre- and post-nuptial agreement work Work closely with partners on high-value and complex matters Build and maintain strong client and referrer relationships Contribute to business development and profile raising Support growth of the Nottingham family team
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The Candidate
Qualified Solicitor with strong family experience at Senior/Principal Associate level Experienced in privately funded family matters Strong technical expertise in financial remedy work Commercial and client-focused approach Confident managing complex matters independently Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Collaborative team player with leadership potential Ambitious with a desire to progress in Nottingham
The Benefits and How to Apply
Competitive salary up to £80,000 25% bonus scheme Hybrid and flexible working Pension and comprehensive benefits package High-quality Legal 500 family work Strong national referral network Clear progression opportunities Supportive and well-resourced Nottingham team


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Contact: Lauren Green, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0121 392 7377 Mobile: 07496 883 721 Email: Lauren.Green@williamjamesrecruitment.com
More About William James Recruitment
William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.
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