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Family Senior Solicitor – East Sussex

Family Senior Solicitor in East Sussex. Salary on offer: From £80,000. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

From £80,000

Compensation

East Sussex

Location

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Manage a varied caseload including divorce, financial remedy, complex assets, children matters, cohabitation disputes, and pre/post-nuptial agreements.

  • Opportunity to work with a high-net-worth client base.

  • Flexible level of entry: Associate, Senior Associate, or Salaried Partner.

  • Develop strong client relationships and progress towards Partnership.

About You

  • 5+ years' PQE in Family law.

  • Strong experience managing your own caseload.

  • Confident in handling complex and sensitive matters.

  • Excellent client care and communication skills.

  • Commercially minded with an interest in business development.

  • Ambitious to progress towards Partnership.

  • Resolution or Collaborative Law experience is advantageous but not essential.

What's on Offer

  • Established and highly regarded Family team.

  • Good quality and varied caseload.

  • Strong opportunities for career progression.

  • Genuine route to Partnership.

  • Flexible working environment.

  • Competitive package and benefits.

Why This Role

This position offers excellent career progression and the chance to work with a supportive and established team in a flexible working environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

As specialist recruiters, we bypass standard HR portals and introduce you directly to the hiring partners. We advocate for your salary expectations, ensure your CV highlights exactly what the firm is looking for, and handle all negotiation—all completely free of charge to you.

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Role Summary

Location

East Sussex

Salary

From £80,000

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — East Sussex

The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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