Family Solicitor - Salaried Partner - Poole

Reference: ORJ _ Family Solicitor - Salaried Partner - PooleLocation: PooleType of Role: Permanent, Full-timeHours: 35 per week (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm)Salary: Negotiable (dependent on experience)A well established and highly respected regional firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor at Salaried Partner level to join its Family team in Poole. This senior appointment has arisen due to the retirement of a long standing Partner and offers the opportunity to lead a thriving practice within modern, centrally located offices.The firm is known for its supportive culture, strong values and commitment to delivering high quality legal services across Dorset and Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior practitioner to take ownership of a high value caseload while playing a key role in the continued growth of the Family department.The RoleYou will lead the Family team in Poole, managing a complex and high value caseload with a focus on:Financial remedy and high value matrimonial mattersGeneral matrimonial work, including divorce and separationAdvocacy and regular court attendanceSupervising and supporting a small team of lawyers and support staffOverseeing file management, quality standards and team performanceAttending local offices, client meetings, court hearings and networking eventsPromoting and developing the Family practice within the regionThe role requires regular on site attendance, with the option to work from home one day per week.Candidate RequirementsThis role is suited to a senior Family Solicitor who can demonstrate:Extensive experience in high value matrimonial and financial remedy mattersStrong advocacy skills and confidence attending court hearingsProven ability to supervise, mentor and develop junior lawyers and support staffAbility to manage a busy caseload independentlyStrong commercial awareness and confidence in networking and business developmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHigh levels of professionalism, integrity and discretionStrong organisational skills and ability to manage competing prioritiesWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office and case management systemsAbility to commute within one hour of PooleOwn transportBenefitsThe firm offers:25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (plus ½ day for your birthday)Contributory pension schemeLife assuranceHealth cash planBonus schemeBuy and sell holiday schemeSabbatical schemeHybrid working (one day per week from home)Supportive, inclusive and values driven cultureHow to ApplyIf this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:Olivia Reedð§ ð / The firm welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*