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Family Associate Location: Bristol - flexible hybrid Salary: £80-95,000+ DOE OVERVIEW An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a skilled Family Associate to join a highly reputable regional law firm with a strong presence across the South West. The firm is ranked in the Legal500, well-regarded and known for its supportive, modern, and people-focused culture. You will be joining a specialist family team that handles a broad range of complex work, including both legally aided and privately funded matters. The firm champions flexibility, professional development, and great work-life balance. RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage your own caseload of family law matters with a particular focus on Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse cases (including legal aid work). - Handle a varied caseload that may include divorce, separation, financial matters, cohabitation issues, and protective injunctions. - Conduct your own advocacy where appropriate. - Work closely with colleagues across the wider family and litigation departments. - Contribute to the ongoing development of the department through marketing, networking, and thought leadership. ABOUT YOU - Qualified Solicitor, ideally 3-5 PQE+ (but all experienced candidates considered). - Experience in Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse matters is essential, including legal aid casework. - Wider experience across divorce, finances, and cohabitation disputes is desirable. - Advocacy experience welcomed but not essential. - Membership of Resolution or other relevant accreditation's an advantage. - Compassionate, client-focused, and confident in managing sensitive matters. - Keen to contribute to team growth and departmental development. BENEFITS - Competitive salary - Hybrid working with excellent flexibility - 25 days' annual leave plus 1.5 days extra over the festive period - Ability to buy or sell up to 1 week of leave each year - Health Care Cash Plan - money back on optical, dental & alternative therapies - Life Assurance at 4x salary from day one - Pension scheme with matched contributions (salary sacrifice) - Enhanced family leave policies - Discretionary profit and performance-related bonus - Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) - Staff referral bonuses (including recruitment and client referrals) - Discounted conveyancing fees Apply or contact Samanta for a confidential conversation; Phone - (phone number removed)