Solicitor - Family Law

at  Fisher Jones Greenwood LLP

WHY JOIN FISHER JONES GREENWOOD

Fisher Jones Greenwood Solicitors is an award-winning and innovative law firm, passionate about providing our clients with the highest level of customer service and the best legal advice available.
A great part of this success has been due to our staff and our working environment. . Due to the location of our offices throughout Essex, we are in the unique position to be able to offer flexible working for our employees across a wide range of Legal disciplines.

EXPERIENCE

• Law degree and other relevant qualification for example the LPC.
• Experience of working within a law firm. Ideally 10+ years PQE
• Proven track record of building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Proven track record of meeting targets Experience of working with case management system (desirable)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• A good level of IT competency, including Microsoft Office Suite15
  The extras

As part of this role, you’ll be given all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training, professional support and a host of benefits.

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
• Additional day off for birthday or wellbeing
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• 4% Pension contributions
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Hybrid Working
• Access to flexible benefits portal

THE ROLE – SOLICITOR FAMILY LAW

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Family Solicitor to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Family Law.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Undertake fee earning work, working both independently, with minimal supervision and as a member of the team.
• Maintain existing relations with the firm’s clients and assist and help develop new relationships with third party referrers.
• Work closely with other departments within the firm on joint projects. Participate in the growth and future development of the department, assisting in building the client base and marketing the Firm’s services.
• Comply with the Firm’s policies in the carrying out of duties and to assist Partners and other fee earners in achieving a smooth output of work.
• Achieve agreed financial targets, both in respect of fee income and the recording of chargeable hours.
• Adhere to all FJG policies, procedures and requirements – this includes maintaining the client database and following compliance regulations
• Keep legal knowledge up to date and continue personal and professional development

As part of this role, you’ll be given all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training, professional support and a host of benefits.

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
• Additional day off for birthday or wellbeing
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• 4% Pension contributions
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Hybrid Working
• Access to flexible benefits porta