Senior Finance Family Associate

Job Title: Senior Finance Family Associate
Location: Surrey
Job Type: Full time – 35 hours per week

The Company:

Owen White & Catlin LLP is an established firm of solicitors with offices in South West London, Middlesex and Surrey.  We believe what makes us stand out from the rest of our peers is our commitment to quality, customer service and ensuring we recruit the best people. We take great pride in our personal service and the accessibility of our lawyers.

Senior Finance Family Associate Role:

To manage a caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, financial remedies, and private law children cases. Additionally, to private mediation services to clients, facilitating amicable resolutions in family disputes.

Responsibilities Include:

Case Management:

• Handle a variety of family law cases with a focus on divorce, civil partnership dissolution, and financial matters.
• Provide mediation services to resolve family disputes outside of court.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and records.

Client Care:

• Offer high-quality legal advice and representation to clients.
• Ensure exceptional standards of client care and maintain confidentiality.
• Manage client expectations and provide regular updates on case progress.

Mediation:

• Conduct mediation sessions for clients, focusing on resolving issues related to divorce, finances, and child arrangements.
• Prepare mediation agreements and ensure compliance with legal standards.

Business Development:

• Participate in business development activities to attract new clients.
• Network with other professionals and organizations to promote the firm's services.
• Contribute to marketing efforts, including writing blogs and attending events.

Compliance:

• Adhere to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with the firm's policies and procedures, including those related to risk management and quality control.

The Ideal Senior Finance Family Associate:

As a Senior Finance Family Associate it is essential you can demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years PQE in family law.
• Proven experience in handling private family law matters.
• Qualified all issues family mediator.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using legal case management software.

Desirable Attributes:

• FMC Accredited Mediator.
• Experience working under LEXCEL or equivalent practice management standards.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

What We Offer:

In return for your commitment we offer you:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 28 days company holiday (plus 8 UK bank holidays)
• Private Medical Insurance
• A firm with a great reputation.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

How to Apply:

Send your CV to recruitment@owc.co.uk

In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and which are reasonably within the scope of the role.