Family Solicitor, NQ-4 PQE – Regional Law Firm

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Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Stockport
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Family Law Private Client Care Case Management Divorce Proceedings Financial Remedy Children Law Autonomy Client Communication

FULL DESCRIPTION

Family Solicitor, NQ-4 PQE – Regional Law Firm

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom | Job Type: Full-time | Work Type: Hybrid

Published: 01/05/2026 | Reference: BH-52115

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Description

A very well-regarded law firm is seeking a Family Solicitor with a minimum of 1 year PQE to join their busy team in Stockport. You can be newly qualified with a good run as a paralegal. The focus of the work is truly interesting finance cases in the instance of high-profile divorces and complex child work. You will work alongside a partner who has 40 years + experience and will give you ample support in your role. This is an opportunity to work on high-quality files, work with autonomy, and take advantage of excellent progression opportunities.

The Role

  • Managing an existing caseload which has come around due to expansion
  • Private children work, handling divorce and financial remedy matters
  • No legal aid work, an entirely private law focus
  • Opportunity to grow with a young, thriving and dynamic firm.

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
  • Ideally 1 years’ PQE, though this is flexible
  • Strong private-client approach and excellent client care skills

Benefits

  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Supported from below by experienced assistants and also above by senior solicitors
  • Join a firm which is attracting talent from Tier 1 Legal 500 departments in Manchester
  • No micromanagement — the firm trusts its lawyers to know what they’re doing
  • Competitive salary
  • Annual bonus and annual pay review
  • Hybrid working

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