Senior Associate – Family

Overview

As a Senior Associate in our growing Scottish family law team, you will manage a varied, high‑level caseload and deliver exceptional client service. You’ll work with Partners to achieve strong outcomes while developing your leadership capabilities and mentoring junior lawyers. The role supports personal profile building and contributes to firm growth through business development and cross‑team collaboration. This is a growth‑driven opportunity, designed for ambitious lawyers seeking a broader impact beyond fee‑earning. You’ll join a supportive, culture‑driven firm that values internal progression and long‑term development.

Pay / Benefits

• 30 days’ annual leave
• Hybrid working
• Enhanced benefits
• Genuine wellbeing support
• Career development

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex family law caseload with high standards of service
• Nurture client relationships during sensitive matters
• Collaborate with Partners and peers to achieve outcomes
• Mentor and develop junior lawyers
• Contribute to business development and team growth
• Build personal profile and reputation in the family law market
• Engage actively with the wider team beyond billing
• Play a role in shaping the next growth phase of the firm

Key requirements

• Solid experience in family law matters
• Strong client care and empathy in sensitive situations
• Ability to manage own caseload effectively
• Genuine interest in mentoring and developing others
• Ambition to progress career and contribute to a growing business
• Collaborative, team‑oriented approach

• empathy
• team collaboration
• client focus
• family law expertise
• case management
• client relationship management

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