Family Law Associate/ Senior Associate SolicitorRoyal Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid 2-3 days a week in office)Location: A few minutes’ walk from the train station - London Bridge (45mins), Sevenoaks (30mins) Charing Cross (60mins), Hastings (55mins), Orpington (30mins), Hastings (45mins)About the roleAn ambitious fast-growing private client family law practice in Royal Tunbridge Wells is looking to appoint a Family Solicitor at Associate or Senior Associate level to support continued growth driven by reputation, referrals, and sustained client demand.This practice has quickly established a strong local and regional profile, particularly in private children work and HNW family divorce and finance cases. Client enquiries are consistently high, with double-digit new instructions arriving weekly. The current and forward-loaded positive caseload has resulted in this excellent growth opportunity.Candidates can expect high levels of admin support including but not limited to dictation, invoicing, and billing management coupled with an excellent commission and referral scheme.The role would suit a lawyer who is confident in their technical ability, calm under pressure, and motivated by doing high-quality work in a practice that prioritises empathy, integrity, and balance. Individuals who enjoy either a mixed practice of finance and children matters, or those who lean more to financial matters, are equally attractive.The workYou will manage a varied private family caseload, including a mix of:Private children matters, and/ orDivorce and financial remedy workAdvisory work alongside mediation, including work linked to local mediator panelsCurrent demand includes several ongoing high value financial proceedings and a mix of matters resolving through mediation as well as contested litigation, often against large City firms.Key responsibilitiesManaging private client family matters from instruction through to resolutionBuilding strong, trusted relationships with clients in emotionally complex situationsDelivering pragmatic, solution-focused adviceWorking collaboratively within a small, supportive teamContributing to the continued development of the practice and its reputationParticipating in pro bono initiatives and community-facing workConfidence in handling your own caseloadStrong client care, communication, and judgementA collaborative and grounded approachInterest in being part of a growing practice rather than a large corporate structureWorking arrangements and benefitsHybrid working - typically two to three days per week in the office (other arrangements may be considered)Administration supportBeautiful, well-located office space in Royal Tunbridge WellsSupportive and transparent culture with excellent career development prospectsSalary flexibility depending on experience and specialismExcellent billing-related commissionFinder's fee bonus for direct referralsAbout Lex ExecLex Exec is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy working with ambitious lawyers and high-quality law firms across the UK. We focus on long-term career moves, not quick placements, offering honest advice, discretion, and a deep understanding of the legal market. If you would like to explore this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch. #J-18808-Ljbffr