Family Senior Associate - Dynamic Firm

Hunters Legal is delighted to be exclusively working with a well-established and growing regional law firm to recruit a Senior Associate for its Family Law Team, based in Swindon. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for an experienced and driven associate who is passionate about delivering high-quality legal services while playing a key role in expanding the firm’s family law presence in the region. The position offers scope for career progression, strong peer support, and the chance to work within a collaborative and values-led environment.

About the Firm:

This forward-thinking and innovative firm has expanded significantly in recent years, as well as being recognised by LawNet as “2024 Law Firm of the Year.” The firm delivers legal services across a wide range of areas including Business, Real Estate, Litigation, Family, Wills, Probate & Estate Planning, and Conveyancing.

The firm fosters a supportive and inclusive culture, where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are prioritised. Comprehensive onboarding, career development support, and access to training resources are provided to help employees thrive professionally.

The Role:

• Divorce, separation, financial remedy, and private children law matters.
• Drafting pre-nuptial, post-nuptial, and cohabitation agreements.
• Representing clients in court hearings and negotiations.
• Providing tailored, empathetic, and commercially sound advice.
• Contributing to business development activities and raising the team’s profile in the local market.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members.
• Collaborating across departments to ensure excellent client service delivery.

The ideal Candidate:

• 5+ years’ in family law.
• A demonstrable track record in business development and client relationship management.
• The ability to handle complex and sensitive matters with confidence and professionalism.
• A proactive, self-starting approach and excellent attention to detail.
• Strong advocacy skills and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for clients.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.

Benefits include:

• Flexible leave policy.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Access to a discount portal, Virtual GP, and wellbeing resources.

Equality & Diversity:

The firm is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, race, gender, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or age.